Colossians & Philemon - (LifeChange) (Paperback)

About the Book

LIFECHANGE Bible studies allow the Bible to speak for itself. You'll see for yourself what it says - not what someone else thinks it says - and develop the skills and desire to dig even deeper into God's Word.

Book Synopsis

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False Teachers and a Runaway Slave
Two crises in Colosse compel the Apostle Paul to write to the believers there, sharing his wisdom while in prison. First, Paul responds to false teachers who were belittling Christ, laying down rules, and boasting of secret knowledge. Then, Paul appeals to an individual believer, challenging him to imitate Christ by showing mercy to his slave who had run away. Paul's two letters exalt Christ and affirm a truly Christian life, and they remain foundational for understanding Christ and His work in us.

LifeChange
LifeChange Bible studies will help you grow in Christlikeness through a life-changing encounter with God's Word. Filled with a wealth of ideas for going deeper and growing your faith, you can return to this study again and again.

Designed to give you a firm understanding of Scripture and encourage you to apply it to your life, this Bible study workbook helps you:

• Cover the books of Colossians & Philemon in 11 lessons
• Equip yourself to lead a Bible study
• Imagine the Bible's historical world
• Study word origins and definitions
• Explore thoughtful questions on key themes
• Go deeper with optional projects
• Add your notes with extra space and wide margins
• Find the flexibility to fit the time you have

This Bible study guide is perfect for small groups, church classes, or personal study. Experience greater freedom as you gain a deeper understanding of Jesus and what it means to live out his commands for a holy life.

From the Back Cover

COLOSSIANS & PHILEMON. Two crises in Colosse send visitors to Paul in prison. First, an old friend brings news that false teachers are belittling Christ, laying down rules, and boasting of secret knowledge beyond the gospel. Then, a runaway slave begs Paul to ask his Christian master for mercy. The letters Paul writes to handle these dilemmas-his words exalting Christ and affirming a truly Christian lifestyle-remain foundational for understanding Christ and His work in us. LifeChange Series: Christians have a lifelong goal: to become like Christ. This involves change, and change isn't always easy. But the more you know of God's purposes for you, the more you can experience His joy and participate in His plan. The LifeChange Series of Bible studies on books of the Bible can help you grow in Christlikeness through a life-changing encounter with God's Word. You'll benefit in these important ways: 1) You'll gain a firm understanding of the book-its historical context, purpose, structure, and meaning; 2) You'll apply its powerful, relevant wisdom to needs and issues you are currently working through; and 3) You'll acquire personal study skills and a thirst to return to the book on your own-so you can keep going deeper into its life-transforming truths.