How do we approach outsiders when the church is becoming a minority in the culture we live in?  The early church was certainly a minority in their culture, and in this section, Paul has something to say being wise in the way we act towards those outside the church. Colossians 4:2-6... 2 Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. 3 And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains. 4 Pray that I may proclaim it clearly, as I should. 5 Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the mo ..read more

The gospel transforms the way we do relationships within our homes.  As Paul continues this practical section, he outlines how being a new creation in Christ applies to being a husband, wife, parent, and child. Colossians 3:18-4:1... 18 Wives, submit yourselves to your husbands, as is fitting in the Lord.  19 Husbands, love your wives and do not be harsh with them.  20 Children, obey your parents in everything, for this pleases the Lord.  21 Fathers, do not embitter your children, or they will become discouraged.  22 Slaves, obey your earthly masters in everything; and ..read more

As Paul continues to make practical applications that flow from our new life in Christ, he tells us to allow peace to rule in our hearts, let the message of Christ dwell among us, and do everything in the name of the Lord. Colossians 3:15-17... 15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. 16 Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. 17 And whatever you do, whether i ..read more

As Paul continues to make practical application to our new life in Christ, he teaches us to put on the clothes of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, patience, forgiveness, and love.  These clothes are an outworking of the new creation we become in Christ at the moment of salvation. Colossians 3:12-14...12 Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. 13 Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. 14 And over a ..read more

In this section, Paul begins the practical section of the letter by giving us a list of things not to do as new creations in Christ.  These commands are not prescriptions to be a better Christian but rather descriptions of who we are as new creations in Christ. Colossians 3:5-11... 5 Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires and greed, which is idolatry. 6 Because of these, the wrath of God is coming. 7 You used to walk in these ways, in the life you once lived. 8 But now you must also rid yourselves of all such thing ..read more

What does it mean to set your hearts and minds above?  What does it mean that your life is now hidden with Christ in God?  We answer those questions in this sermon! Colossians 3:1-4... Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. 2 Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. 3 For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. 4 When Christ, who is your life, appears, then you also will appear with him in glory. CONNECT WITH US Are you new to Colonial Hills? Go to https://www.co ..read more

The resurrection changes everything!  On the 3rd day after Jesus' death on the cross to pay the penalty for our sins, Jesus was raised from the dead.  He defeated the power of sin and death forever, and He offers us forgiveness and eternal life by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone. John 20:30-31... 30 Jesus performed many other signs in the presence of his disciples, which are not recorded in this book. 31 But these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name. CONNECT WITH US Are you new ..read more

On Palm Sunday, the crowd welcoming Jesus into Jerusalem seemed to be submitting to Him as their King, the long-awaited, promised Messiah; however, just a few days later they cried out "Crucify Him, crucify Him!"  They were looking for peace from the oppression of Rome when Jesus came to provide peace between humanity and God. CONNECT WITH US Are you new to Colonial Hills? Go to https://www.colonialhills.com/im-new/ Want to Discover LIFE in Christ? Go to https://www.colonialhills.com/.../discover-life-in-christ/ Want to share a Prayer Request? Go to https://www.colonialhills.com/pray-toge ..read more

Sermon:  "Ancient Purpose: The Garden and the Great Commission" CHBC Student: Wesley Alberts CHBC's Student Ministry (7th-12th grades) led our entire worship service on March 17, 2024.  They did the greeting, ushering, welcome/announcements, prayer/invitation time, worship, and preaching. Matthew 28:18-20 18 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commande ..read more

In Colossians 2:16-23, Paul warns us of 3 different ways we need not try to measure how we are doing in the Christian life:  Old Testament laws, spiritual experiences/highs, and asceticism. CONNECT WITH US Are you new to Colonial Hills? Go to https://www.colonialhills.com/im-new/ Want to Discover LIFE in Christ? Go to https://www.colonialhills.com/.../discover-life-in-christ/ Want to share a Prayer Request? Go to https://www.colonialhills.com/pray-together/ FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/colonialhills Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colonialhills_life/ Y ..read more