Colossians
Date Written: Around A.D. 60-62
Key Verses: Colossians 1:15-17, Colossians 3:1-2
Book Summary
Colossians emphasizes the supremacy and sufficiency of Christ in all things, addressing false teachings and encouraging believers to live out their faith with a focus on Christ's preeminence.
Historical Context
Written to the church in Colossae, a small town in Asia Minor, Paul addresses the influence of false teachings and heresies that threatened to undermine the believers' faith in Christ.
Discussion Questions
1. How does Paul's teaching on the supremacy of Christ in Colossians 1:15-20 shape our understanding of who Jesus is?
2. What can we learn from Paul's instructions in Colossians 3:1-17 about living a life that reflects our identity in Christ?
3. How does the warning against false teachings in Colossians 2:8-10 challenge us to remain grounded in biblical truth?
Colossians
Book Highlight: Proclaims the supremacy of Christ and warns against false teachings.