I am eagerly anticipating the beginning of our discussion of Paul’s letter to the Colossians. As you re-read our verses for tonight, think about the individuals that Paul mentions in this introduction to his letter and the role that these individuals played in Paul’s ministry and the life of the church in Colossae. As Paul wrote earlier in 1 Corinthians 12, the Church is one body with many parts, with each part performing a necessary function. How did Timothy and Epaphras function in Colossae, and what other unnamed individuals do you think were necessary for that church to “bear fruit”?
Dinner tonight is an Emeril Lagasse-inspired Turkey and Sausage Jambalaya. Dinner is served at 6, Discussion at 6:45, Compline at 7:55. Please let me know if you wish to include any prayers and thanksgivings in Compline.
May God fill you with the knowledge of his will through all the wisdom and understanding that the Spirit gives, so that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and please him in every way.
Col. 1:9-12