Colossians 1:1-14

Colossians 1:1-14

What does it mean to be immature?

Who is someone that you look up to? Why?

What does an ambassador do? What does it mean that you are an ambassador for Christ? (2 Cor. 5:20)

What kind of reputation does Bethel have in your community/circle of friends?

How can a Christian become mature?

Can a Christian be “fully mature” and “graduate” in their Christian walk with God?

What does it mean to be filled with the knowledge of God’s will?

What should we do if we lack spiritual wisdom?

How is an attitude of joy and thankfulness related to Christian maturity?

What is the result of redemption and the forgiveness of sins (v. 14)?

Related Scripture passages to meditate on this week
1 Corinthians 3

Hebrews 5:11-14

James 1

Ephesians 4:1-16

A prayer based on Colossians 1:9-13 

God, thank you that you have delivered me/us from darkness into light though the work of your beloved Son, Jesus Christ. I/we pray that I/we will know your will, that I/we would be filled with spiritual wisdom and understanding. Lord, may the Holy Spirit help me/us to walk in a manner that is pleasing to you. In my/our lives may` I/we bear fruit in every good work and increase in knowledge of you. May I/we be strengthened with all power by the Holy Spirit and be have endurance and patience to live in this world. Thank you that you have chosen me/us and you have forgiven my/our sins. In Jesus’ name, Amen.