Colossians 1:21-23 - Reconciliation in Christ

In this sermon, Rev. Dan Quakkelaar looks at Colossians 1:21-23. There is perhaps no other place in Scripture that defines reconciliation as clearly as Colossians 1. Reconciliation: the making of peace between God and all His creation. Human beings have a particular need for reconciliation, because of our hostility toward God and our outright rebellion. But God, the incarnate Redeemer, reconciles us in His body of flesh for the purpose of perfect sanctification. Christmas signals this dramatic move of God, to reconcile Himself to those who became his enemies. Dan is planting Friend of Sinners Church, targeting the Brewer's Hill through the I-94 corridor of Milwaukee.

Listen Online: Colossians 1:21-23

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Colossians 1:17-20 - What Jesus Gives You for Christmas

In this sermon, Rev. Mike Wenzler continues our Advent series. Life doesn't function on its own. The earth doesn't spin by its own volition. Human lives aren't left up to random chance. The church was not an entity born of human volition and desire. Salvation is not achieved by mere human effort. In Colossians 1:17-20, Paul teaches us that Jesus is the Lord of heaven, earth, and everything in-between. What should we really want for Christmas? Jesus.

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Colossians 1:15-16 - The Invisible Made Visible at Christmas

In this sermon, Rev. Jon Talley continues with our Advent series. Power in weakness; glory through humility. That is what the Nativity shows us. But it’s not hard to see that the world we live in - even we ourselves - would prefer the power without the weakness, the glory without the humility. In Colossians 1:15-16, Paul teaches us about the power and glory, the authority and rule of Jesus Christ. And yet, because of Christmas, we can separate those things from his weakness and humility. God made flesh, to dwell among us. Rev. Jon Talley is the planter for the east side (Shorewood area) church, Christ Church Milwaukee.

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Colossians 1:9-14 - The Advent of the Beloved Son

In this sermon, Rev. Ben Sinnard continues our Advent series. This season we will look at Colossians 1 as we consider the incarnation of Jesus Christ. In Colossians 1:9-14, Paul continues the prayer for the church in Colossae, asking that they be filled with the knowledge of His will and walk in a manner worthy of Lord evidenced by bearing fruit and increasing in knowledge of God. The strength to live this life in a worthy manner is found only in the power of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, "in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins."

Listen Online: Colossians 1:9-14

Read Online: Colossians 1:9-14