Forbearance and forgiveness are never a problem when we are talking about people we really love. Doctors tell us that walking is good for our health. All Rights Reserved. Nazarene. Scripture: Colossians 3:17. With it we bless [our] Lord and Father; and with it we curse men, who have been made in the likeness of God; from the same mouth come [both] blessing and cursing. (Edstrom), Luke 24:1-12 New Life (Easter eggs) (Edstrom), Luke 24:13-35 Getting to Know You (Edstrom), Luke 24:13-35 Whats the Story? It is where we positively instruct one another, where we share insights, truths, and wisdom with each other. Sermon4Kids. Jesus gives a strong warning about being careful before you speak in Matthew 12:35-37. John Piper May 25, 2012. NIV What that means is that whatever you do supplies the subject and verb for the next phrase in the sentence which does not actually have a verb. Colossians 2. I have had to intervene into quite a few rifts in relationships caused directly by the unclear meaning of the messages sent back and fo Most Christians in western culture tend to divide their lives according to what they regard as either secular or sacred. 5:17-20, Whatever you do in word covers everything you communicate by means of __________________. We believe that is the loving Father of all kids. Used by permission of Zondervan. Since a letter or note has to be written by hand or typed and then hand delivered or mailed, there is usually more thought put into what is written and caution before it is sent for delivery. This Childrens Sermon is provided by Dr. Kenneth Pell, Scriptures: He always takes the initiative. Does your communication match Ephesians 4:29? Sunshine is especially nice, but it's fun to walk, even if it's raining. Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17 Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ Relating To Our Kids - Part 2 Series Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Feb 15, 2018 based on 1 rating | 7,449 views This sermon brings Biblical wisdom in the areas of Communication, Training, Prayer and Trust. There is no way you could get that back in is there? Order Curriculum, Literature, and Church Supplies, by Calvin Wittman on Wednesday, January 01, 2014 at 7:00 AM. It is evil beliefs that result in expressions of evil and evil desires. The peace of God mentioned here is not the indwelling feeling of comfort, but rather an external reality that mediates between Christians. As Christians we are part of the same family and we should not be indifferent to one another. 3). 1) Make sure you understand who Jesus actually is and His character and work. They may acknowledge some overlap between the two, but for the most part they remain separated from each other. Fathers Who Give . For the Christian, there is not to be any such division in life. This verse destroys this dichotomy between secular and sacred. Children's Sermons Hymn Lists Colossians 3:12-17 Walk in Love By Lois Parker Edstrom Do you like to take walks? You all know about sugar. Used by permission of Zondervan. If not, why not? People Listen In Different Wayscan You Reach All Of Them? 3 The Love of the Elect) Gods greatest demonstration of this was Jesus Christ dying as the sin sacrifice in our place to redeem us and offer the possibility of being adopted into His family. First, by the time you remember it, you have calmed down. I know I have said things before that I regretted saying immediately after I said them. Third, Nicodemus was a man of pedigree. Tragically, that is definitely not how the vast majority of professing Christians live, and especially so in western cultures. In Matthew 1:21 the angel of the Lord told Joseph specifically, And she [Mary] will bear a Son; and you shall call His name Jesus , for it is He who will save His people from their sins., In Acts 4:12 Peter boldly told the Sanhedrin, And there is salvation in no one else; for there is no other name under heaven that has been given among men, by which we must be saved. Jesus made it clear that an individuals salvation is dependent on them believing in His name, for they are the ones that receive Him and have the right to become children of God (John 1:12). It is HIS divine will that young people come to faith in Jesus Christ and find salvation through the Gospel and the work of the Holy Spirit to bring them to faith. Jesus and the Children #1. "Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. If you dont want the world to see it, dont post it where the world can see it. In verses 1-4 Paul and Timothy compare the heavenly things which they call their readers to seek to the earthly things to which heretics summon people. Seek to be a positive witness for Jesus that will build others up by what you say and write. 22 It is the blessing of the Lord that makes rich, And He adds no sorrow to it. Proverbs 10:31-32, The mouth of the righteous flows with wisdom, But the perverted tongue will be cut out. Dutchess County All that we do is to be done in the name of the Lord Jesus, that is, we are to live our lives in a manner that is consistent with His character and will. Did you know words are a lot like shaving cream? Their words are tempered with grace and with tenderness. While sins of the heart sins such as pride, arrogance, anger, envy, hatred, and mean spiritedness - are tolerated. It includes your behavior while doing all your chores whether sweeping the floor, dusting the furniture, shoveling snow, mowing the lawn or taking out the trash. Notice that in this verse that Paul uses Jesus name. That is why is it important that the believer is actively involved within a body of believers who will help them know and apply Gods word. If Jesus humbled Himself, even to death on the cross, we too must humble ourselves. This past week the mens Bible study was examining James 3:1-12 and the dangers of the tongue because it is so powerful, yet it is so difficult to control. It is a natural product that comes from the sugar cane plant. We are accountable to God for one another, particularly in the local church. Third, it means the forgiving person takes steps to restore good relations. ", And Because God loves us He counsels us to put off the old man, the sinful way of life, and to "put on," or clothe ourselves, cover ourselves. We are to lay them aside. It causes us to be mindful of the fact that we are called Christians, and that our actions reflect to the world the reality of Christ. Sermons. As one person quipped, I cant hear you because your actions are shouting too loudly. People can get away with lying until their actual deeds become known, for then their behavior proves their words are simply empty rhetoric. Whereas in Ephesians we are putting on the armor for war, here we are dressing ourselves for a peaceful existence with other Christians. And all this is to be done in an attitude of praise and worship, as we give thanks to God for all He has done. Everyone of us knows someone like this, someone whose manner and smile communicates kindness, even if they never said a word. May 25, 2012. Every week, thousands of churches use our Bible lessons, craft ideas, printable resources, and coloring pages to teach kids the Christian faith. Colossians 3:17, Galatians 3:17, Sermon Topics: "And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through Him to God the Father." Whatever You Do - Colossians 1:17 These are the garments worn by the person who has been changed by Jesus. In many Christian circles mortal sins are always defined by sins of the flesh. Some tasks we do are easier for us like the butterfly, but other things may be hard. 3) You lose control of who reads your message by broadcasting, posting and forwarding. Those who drink or smoke, watch R-rated movies, and other such worldly things are looked down upon as the dregs of society. There can never be unity in the church unless we are willing to tolerate one another. What lessons from Colossians can you apply so that whatever you do in word and deed will be done in the name of the Lord Jesus giving thanks through Him to God the Father? Your words and deeds must correspond and they must be in keeping with Jesus character and will. We need to be real in our Christian life. It includes the activities of daily life including how you drive your car, your behavior while shopping, cooking and eating. Only by the power of the Holy Spirit dwelling in you and the Lord Jesus Christ manifesting His life through you can any human have these attitudes and behave in the manner described with all people including enemies. 2 Living on a Higher Plane) We go beyond even that by loving others in the same way that God has loved us with a sacrificial commitment to the best interest of the other person. He is talking about the kind of harmony that should exist among those people who really love the Lord, among those people in whom the Holy Spirit is living. Copyright 2001 - 2023. In verses 12-17 they contrast those heretics' deadly ways of living with the lively self that the Spirit is . It is an essential characteristic of the transformed life. What does whatever you do in word refer to? We are to do that even in the music we listen to in the daily course of life. Navigating the challenges and joys of ministry life. The believer is to do much more than that by pressing on to be perfect as a reflection of God, Therefore you are to be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect. You cant do that on your own. Their symbol was a yellow traffic light." 3) As one who is raised up with Christ, keep seeking the things above and set your mind on the things above and not the earth. Paul gives general exhortations to the Colossians concerning these Christian virtues in verses 12-17. When you are focused upon praising God, upon worshiping Him, upon thanking Him for all He has done for you, it will keep you in His presence, mindful of His mercy and His grace, mindful of your own unworthiness. Please see below for details. Have you ever know those people you simply had to endure. Proverbs 10:20-22, The tongue of the righteous is [as] choice silver, The heart of the wicked is [worth] little. But because we are called or summoned into His presence, we are to allow His peace to arbitrate all of our dealings with one another. (v. 4. Paul begins by reminding us of the fact that God chose us or elected us, and therefore we enjoy a position of unique favor with God. Coloring Page Trust In Jesus. While the non-Christian can mimic some of these virtues in particular situations, only those who are chosen by God, holy and beloved, have any hope of carrying all of them out with all people. You can use them to bless people, praise God, and make our world a better place. I know I asked you to do the impossible. This appears to be another factor in the reason why there is so little statistical difference between the vices of self-professing Christians and non-Christians. We are to put those things to death. Some people, when they admonish or teach others, assume a condescending or holier than thou attitude. Do a good job and clean up after yourself. If you want cook something that is sweet, but doesnt leave a bitter aftertaste in your mouth, you have to use the real thing! For example, in 1-4 it talks about "setting your hearts on things above since Christ is our life, and our life is hidden with Christ in God." We should be setting our hearts on things above, not on things below. The refusal to honor God or give Him thanks is a mark of the unbeliever (Romans 1:20). You cant use it in cooking because when it gets hot, it loses its sweetness. It makes us strong and lifts our spirits if we feel discouraged. Second, when you do remember the word and its meaning it will remind you of the truth you need to apply. Urban-Suburban Partnership Unfolding Bethlehem's Fresh Initiative #2. When you speak the words of the Sanhedrin, hold your hands out in front of you with your palms . There is much we could say about the word of God, about its promises, its power, its prophecies, its principles and its priorities. The truth here is that we are one other's keepers. It is small, but very dangerous. Jesus Forgives our Sins - Colossians 1 Jesus Opens our Eyes - Luke 24 Jesus Takes Care of Us - 1 Peter 5 Jesus Restores Our Lives - Colossians 3 Jesus Died For Us - Colossians 1 4 Peace & Thankfulness, The Victory of Christs Suffering -1 Peter 3:17-22, Suffering for Righteousness 1 Peter 3:13-17, Strength for Today & Bright Hope for Tomorrow John 16:32-33. Do you like to take walks? One sermon on the character of the elect from verses 12 and 13, and then in the second sermon the actions of the elect from verses 14-17. They make a lovely crunchy sound. We use sugar in cooking to make things sweet. 2 Living on a Higher Plan, Christian Virtues, Pt. All our words carry weight and influence. One of the characteristics of a genuine Christian is that he or she possesses heartfelt compassion for other Christians. It should have control of and power over our hearts to the end that as a body we are one. That's the way the world sees meekness, as weakness. Behind every support specialist, Bible study editor, graphic designer, and accountant is a Sunday School teacher, kids volunteer, or small group leader. But, even though I asked for forgiveness, I still hurt them deeply and wish I had never said it. It is referring to all the various actions of your behavior. The word translated "called" means to summon or to call your name, as if you had been summoned to court or to the table of the king. In fact, the Christian rate is slightly higher, perhaps because those willing to identify themselves as Christians are more likely to bother to get married. Your subscription will auto renew on Mar 1, 2024 for $249/year. It means studying and praying and singing as a way to honor God. Worse, there seems to be little understanding that what they profess to believe about God should be applied to how they live their lives outside of church. Dr. Calvin Wittman is pastor of Applewood Baptist Church, Wheat Ridge, Colorado. Young Children draw a picture about something you hear during the sermon. y of the old man and so must put off vices and put on Christian __________, Non-Christians can _______some of these virtues, but they cannot live by all of them or to the full extent, Christians are to ________in the same manner that Jesus forgave us He brought about the reconciliation, Christians are to ___________ in the same way God loved us sacrificially for our best interest, The greater the word of Christ richly ________ in us, the more we will be able to live the Christian life, The all that is to be done in the name of Christ is __________ limits, Most Christians in western cultures wrongly divide their lives between ____________ and sacred, The result is living one way among Christians and behaving __________ way among non-Christians, There is no ___________between secular and sacred for the believer for everything is to be done for God, Jesus name represents His very ___________, His identity and all that He is and will do, Matthew 1:21 Jesus name signifies His ___________in coming to save His people from their sins. Again, that is an advantage in many situations, but a disadvantage if you are not careful about what you write. (Edstrom), Matthew 1:18-25 We Cant Wait Anymore (Miller), Matthew 2:1-12 Star Bright, Star Light (Edstrom), Matthew 2:1-12 The Light Inside (Edstrom), Matthew 2:13-23 Learning to Be Safe (Edstrom), Matthew 3:1-12 Be a Trailblazer (Edstrom), Matthew 3:1-12 One More Powerful (Edstrom), Matthew 3:1-12 John Tells the Truth (Miller), Matthew 3:13-17 Thank You for Being Who You Are (Edstrom), Matthew 3:13-17 A Parents Love (Edstrom), Matthew 3:13-17 Jesus Surprises John (Miller), Matthew 4:1-11 Passing the Test (Edstrom), Matthew 4:1-11, Jesus and Temptation (Klein), Matthew 5:1-12 Looking Upside Down-Snow Globe (Edstrom), Matthew 5:1-12 Looking Upside Down-Nuthatch (Edstrom), Matthew 5:13-20 Bring Out the Flavor (Edstrom), Matthew 5:14-16 Light of the World (Klein), Matthew 5:12-15 Lighthouses & Mirrors (Miller), Matthew 5:21-37 Mending Our Ways (Edstrom), Matthew 5:38-48 Dont Follow Along (Edstrom), Matthew 5:38-48, The Stolen Baseball Glove (Klein), Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21 At the Core (Edstrom), Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21 Do This, Not That (Miller), Matthew 6:24-34 Wanting and Needing (Wuori), Matthew 6:25-33 Lilies of the Field (Edstrom), Matthew 7:21-29 Stronger than Bricks (Wuori), Matthew 7:21-29 A Firm Foundation (Edstrom), Matthew 7:21-29 Building a Strong Foundation (Edstrom), Matthew 9:9-13 Matching Needs with Help (Wuori), Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26 Have Mercy (Edstrom), Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26 What We Need (Edstrom), Matthew 9:35-38 Gods New Apostles (Wuori), Matthew 9:35-38 Jesus Needs Our Help (Miller), Matthew 9:35 10:23 When the Time Is Right (Edstrom), Matthew 9:35 10:23 Share the Good News (Edstrom), Matthew 10:24-39 Do Not Be Afraid (Edstrom), Matthew 10:24-39 You Are a Miracle (Edstrom), Matthew 10:40-42 The Little Things that Matter (Wuori), Matthew 10:40-42 A Sign of Friendship (Edstrom), Matthew 11:2-11 How Can You Tell? 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