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The Proper View of Life - Part 1

May 5, 2019 Speaker: Michael Knight Series: Colossians

Topic: Christian Growth Passage: Colossians 1:24–29

Paul was imprisoned, yet he ministered to others and lived a joy-filled, victorious life. How can we as believers live a victorious life in the midst of our trials? Listen as Pastor Knight brings us God's answer from Colossians 1:24-29.

1. The Proper View of His Trials (Colossians 1:24)

  • It is used to help others.

        - By spreading the gospel to the unsaved.

        - By challenging other believers.

  • It is used to help himself.

        - To relate to Christ and His suffering. (1 Peter 4:13-14)

        - To be like Christ. (James 1:2-4)

2. The Proper View of His Responsibilities (Colossians 1:25-27)

  • My calling comes from God.
  • I must please God alone.
  • My calling is for the benefit of others.
  • My calling is to proclaim God’s truth.

3. The Proper View of His Goals (Colossians 1:28)

  • Share Christ with everybody.
  • Teach God’s Word to everybody.
  • Help everybody become Christ-like.

4. The Proper View of His Strength (Colossians 1:29)

  • Labor fervently in the ministry.
  • Rely exclusively on the power of God.