Colossians
Editorial: The Glory of Christ in Colossians
Proclaiming Christ as Lord: Colossians 1:15–20
“If You Continue in the Faith” (Colossians 1:21-23): An Exegetical- Theological Exercise in Syntax, Discourse, and Performative Speech
Introduction A generation ago, when blacksmith shops were still common in villages, Robert Shank aptly observed that Colossians 1:21-23 is one of several Scripture passages over which one could affix the sign: “All kinds of fancy twistings and turnings done here.” ((Robert Shank, Life in the Son (2nd ed., 16th printing; Springfield, MO: Westcott, 1976),…
The Cross in Colossians: Cosmic Reconciliation through Penal Substitution and Christus Victor
Raising the Worship Standard: The Translation and Meaning of Colossians 3:16 and Implications for Our Corporate Worship
Meditation: Christ—The Mystery of God Revealed
Sermon: A Portrait of the Glorious Community of Faith (Colossians 3:12-17)
How to use thankfulness to fight sin
Today is Thanksgiving Day. And what a wonderful day it is. The holiday stirs up wonderful thoughts of turkey, pumpkin pie, family gatherings, football, The Macy’s Day parade, pilgrims and — sometimes — even thankfulness. If we’re honest, we might consider that last item on the list less frequently than we want. Thanksgiving, like Christmas,…