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Colossians: A Study
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9798867932640
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9798867932640
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Colossians: A Study
$15.78
This is a study of the Apostle Paul's letter to the believers at Colossae simply titled Colossians. The Colossians were residents of Colossae, an ancient city in Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey). The biblical reference to the Colossians is primarily found in the New Testament book of Colossians, a letter written by the Apostle Paul. The city of Colossae was situated in the Lycus River valley near other significant cities like Laodicea and Hierapolis.
The Colossian church was likely established through the efforts of Epaphras, a fellow believer, and co-worker with Paul. Epaphras played a crucial role in spreading the Gospel in Colossae and the surrounding regions. The church in Colossae was composed of both Jews and Gentiles who had embraced the Christian faith.
The letter to the Colossians was written by Paul during his imprisonment, and its purpose was to address specific concerns and challenges that the Colossian believers were facing. Among these challenges were potential influences of false teachings, including a mixture of Jewish legalism, ascetic practices, and speculative ideas about angels. Paul wrote to encourage the Colossian Christians in their faith in Christ, to affirm the preeminence of Jesus, and to warn against any teachings that deviated from the core message of the Gospel.
The Colossian believers, like many early Christian communities, grappled with questions about the nature of Christ, the significance of His redemptive work, and how to live out their faith in practical ways. Paul's letter to the Colossians provides timeless guidance and theological insights, addressing these concerns and emphasizing the centrality of Christ in the life of the believer and the Church.
The Colossian church was likely established through the efforts of Epaphras, a fellow believer, and co-worker with Paul. Epaphras played a crucial role in spreading the Gospel in Colossae and the surrounding regions. The church in Colossae was composed of both Jews and Gentiles who had embraced the Christian faith.
The letter to the Colossians was written by Paul during his imprisonment, and its purpose was to address specific concerns and challenges that the Colossian believers were facing. Among these challenges were potential influences of false teachings, including a mixture of Jewish legalism, ascetic practices, and speculative ideas about angels. Paul wrote to encourage the Colossian Christians in their faith in Christ, to affirm the preeminence of Jesus, and to warn against any teachings that deviated from the core message of the Gospel.
The Colossian believers, like many early Christian communities, grappled with questions about the nature of Christ, the significance of His redemptive work, and how to live out their faith in practical ways. Paul's letter to the Colossians provides timeless guidance and theological insights, addressing these concerns and emphasizing the centrality of Christ in the life of the believer and the Church.
| Author: Timothy Paul Spradlin |
| Publisher: Independently Published |
| Publication Date: Jan 10, 2024 |
| Number of Pages: 84 pages |
| Binding: Paperback or Softback |
| ISBN-10: NA |
| ISBN-13: 9798867932640 |
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