Colossians 1 & 3: The Secret to True Spiritual Renewal & Putting Off the Old Self

What happens when we unconsciously start decreasing Jesus and increasing the things of this world? In this morning's message, we dive deep into Colossians chapters 1 and 3 to discover the ultimate remedy for an exhausted, distracted faith.

We often fall prey to the belief that Jesus isn't enough, trying to add man-made traditions, material success, or political utopias to our walk with God. But Paul reminds the church at Colossae that Christ is supreme—He holds all things together, and the true heart of the Gospel is complete renewal and restoration.

Join us as we learn how to put to death the old self (anger, greed, slander) and clothe ourselves in the new self (compassion, humility, and love). If you’ve been feeling spiritually exhausted, this message is a gentle invitation to stop "vegging out" on the world and start finding true rest in the presence of Christ.

Chapter Marks

00:00 - Holy Spirit Confirmations & The Journey to Colossians

02:04 - When the Sermon Outline Fails: Trusting the Spirit

03:00 - The Historical Context of the Colossian Church

04:02 - Colossians 1: Walking Worthy and the Supreme Christ

05:38 - The Real Heart of the Gospel: It's a Renewal Issue

07:12 - Spotting Modern "Gnosticism" & Adding to the Gospel

09:15 - Is Jesus Truly Enough for You?

11:00 - Being Agents of Restoration in the Public Square

13:40 - The Trap of Political Utopianism

15:02 - Colossians 3: Setting Your Mind on Things Above

16:30 - The War Within: Putting the Old Self to Death

18:45 - Breaking the Cycle of Slander and Lying

20:05 - Tearing Down Our Social Categories in the Church

21:20 - Clothing Yourself in the Virtues of Christ

23:10 - The Hardest Command: Forgiving as Christ Forgave

24:35 - A Confession of Spiritual Exhaustion & Finding True Rest

27:10 - Preparation for Communion

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