Colossians 1:15-23
Imagine Together: A Sense of Awe

Audrey Barton, preaching

In the past few weeks, we have looked at how Nehemiah and the Israelites came together to rebuild Jerusalem as inspiration for our own ministry vision. They prayed hard, they worked really hard, stood their ground against opposition and ridicule, confronted injustice within their own ranks, and joined heads, hearts, hands, and a lot of money to accomplish amazing things.

This might leave us a bit overwhelmed. Is anyone tired just listening to all this? How do we find the wisdom, power, holiness, and gratitude to continue? The solidarity? The perseverance in faith?

There is a part of Colossians chapter 1 that is an awe-inspiring ode to the all-sufficiency of Christ. It was the author’s offering to those in that congregation who were tempted to supplement their life in Christ with other avenues to esteem, holiness, and protection from hostile forces. How might we also imagine our ministry lifted up by the riches we have in Christ?

Based on Colossians 1:15-23

Music this week:

• Hallelujah (your love is amazing)

• Because of Your Love

• I Could Sing of Your Love, Forever

• Holy Spirit Rain Down

• Offering (Third Day)

• Bread for the Journey