This week we continue with study two in the series of Colossians. 1. Suffering of the Ministry Read Colossians 1:24. In what sense are Paul’s sufferings a continuation of Jesus’ sufferings? Why do you think this would lead him to rejoice? See 2 Corinthians 12:9-10, Philippians 3:10, 1:29-30. Can you relate to Paul’s view of suffering? Discuss
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This week is the first in a series of studies on Colossians. Introduction to Colossians a. History The city of Colosse was 160 km east of Ephesus on the Lycus River. It was not as influential as the nearby city of Laodicea, but as a trading center, it was a crossroads for ideas and religions.
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This week’s study is the fifth in a series looking at 1 Corinthians. 1. Paul’s Gospel message and Presentation. Read 1 Corinthians 2:1-5. What was the essence of Paul’s Gospel message to the Corinthians when he first came to them? Compare also with 1 Corinthians 15:1-11. Discuss in your group the points Paul makes in
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