H ere is a bible study, summary, and discussion questions for colossians chapter four colossians 4. Though there had been some difference between the apostle and this mark, yet from this, and 2 timothy 4. This document has been generated from xsl extensible stylesheet language source. Christians throughout the centuries have marveled at the spiritual treasures in the apostle pauls letters to the colossians and to philemon. This daily newsletter provides a starting point for personal study. Read colossians 4 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. This book begins by identifying paul as the author.
The apostle paul and his coworker timothy wrote this letter to the church at colossae v. Colossians 4 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. From chapter 4 the book describes events that are still in the future. Among these are the incomprehensibility of god and the origin of sin and evil. The greeks use jesus for the hebrew joshua, hebrews 4. The primary difference between the ephesians and colossians is that the colossians had a problem, and it is on this problem that the apostle is primarily focusing.
The reason for putting away lying, stated in ephesians 4. Colossians 4 bible study, summary and discussion questions. He cares both about the prayer closet and the public street, and he wants us to care about both also. Delitzsch wrote many commentaries on books of the bible, jewish antiquities, biblical psychology, a history of jewish poetry, and christian apologetics. An easyenglish commentary 2800 word vocabulary on pauls letter to the colossians. From jesus, called justus, who together with aristarchus and mark are pauls only fellow workers for the kingdom of god who are of the circumcision 11 4. The apostle paul was concerned with those who had bondservants that they be treated fairly and justly and not be taken advantage of, which was happening to many of them, particularly those. Colossians 4 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. Colossians, ephesians and philemon, paul bound, the gospel. He has earned degrees from east texas baptist college, southwestern baptist theological seminary, and trinity evangelical divinity school and has done postgraduat. Luke and demas are joined together as they are in 2 timothy 4.
Phillips not only provides helpful commentary on the text, but also includes detailed outlines and numerous. Colossians commentary matthew henry commentary on the. This commentary has been through advanced checking. Colossians 4 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, spanning 23 volumes, covered the entire bible with verse by verse exposition. Overview of the book of colossians reformed answers to. The crossway classic commentaries present the very best work on individual bible books, carefully adapted for maximum understanding and usefulness for todays believers. It is a sad commentary on our day that there is an urgent need to lift marriage out of the sitcom sewer and bring it into the bright, clear light of gods glory. This basic commentary provides some basic helps for understanding and appreciating pauls written address to the colossians.
Walk in wisdom or wisely, circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise men. Shall appear in the day when he shall come to judge the world. Colossians, ephesians and philemon, paul bound, the. Lucass commentary on colossians and philemon is probably the best introductory level commentary on these two books. Today, we wait until the end of the letter to identify the writer, but in the first century they would put it in the beginning. Aug 01, 2010 working preacher is a ministry brought to you by luther seminary. Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills. Colossians 4, new american bible, revised edition nabre. Five short studies followed by a commentary barling, t. Colossians 4 commentary pauls apostolic concern for. Colossians chapter 3 barnes notes on the new testament. If then you were raised with christ, seek those things which are above, where christ is, sitting at the right hand of god. Colossians everymans bible commentary resourcing the church.
Study the bible online using commentary on colossians and more. This verse picks up in the middle of a thought begun in verse 9, regarding christians setting aside the old self of worldly, sinful behaviors. In this paper, the aim will be to properly place the imperatives of colossians 3. For hundreds of years christendom has been blessed with bible commentaries written by great men of god highly respected for their godly walk and their insight into spiritual truth. He told them, the secret of the kingdom of god has been given to you. Seeing that ye have put off the old man with his deeds. Say to archippus, take heed to the ministry which you have received. At one time the gospel of luke and the book of acts were joined together as one. Colossians 4 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. Colossians 4 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is one of the most respected interdenominational commentaries ever written. They were probably written at about the same time, during pauls first imprisonment, and are therefore called the prison epistles of the apostle paul.
He is married to the former peggy rutta and they have three children and six grandchildren. You, the bible, and the holy spirit are priority in interpretation. Working preacher is a ministry brought to you by luther seminary. Colossians chapter 4 barnes notes on the new testament. Paul had not visited colossae, but had received reports from epaphras, the missionary who most likely. Read colossians commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. This is also an important idea to connect with the earlier passages of colossians. Like all of the commentaries in this series, it emphasizes the big picture and the overall flow of the text. Study the bible online using commentary on colossians 4 and more. I can remember my personal search for an integrating center for my life. He is supposed to have been a native of cyrene, and to have died in achaia, soon after the martyrdom of paul, at the advanced age of eightyfour. Top 5 commentaries on the books of colossians and philemon. In the process the reader will encounter our discussions on several major, and at times controversial, doctrines and issues.
In my study this morning, i was reading mark johnstons thoughts on the text and. There have been many suggestions, but nobody knows who wrote this book. If ye then be risen with christ the apostle in this place evidently founds the argument on what he had said in colossians 2. There are a number of other notable commentaries on the books of colossians and philemon.
The primary difference between the ephesians and colossians is that the colossians had a problem, and it is on this problem that the apostle is. To that end, please click here to see a curated list of daily tools, free videos, online discounts, and ongoing encouragement for these new days ahead. The working preacher team believes that god uses good biblical preaching to change lives. We have enlisted hundreds of friends biblical scholars, theologians, homileticians and pastors dedicated to the craft of biblical preaching to provide you timely, compelling and trustworthy content. Next chapter of colossians the book of colossians, chapter 4 we hope that you find the content of the book of colossians, chapter 4 from the douay rheims version of the catholic bible helpful to your bible studies and for references which allow you to read the books and individual verses of this chapter. This document has been generated from xsl extensible stylesheet language source with renderx xep formatter, version 3. David guzik commentary on jude 1 describes three examples that show the. Enduring word bible commentary colossians chapter 3. Paul concludes his words to bondservants with a promise regarding gods future justice toward those who are prejudiced. Sometimes this calls for us to stand against the tide of public.
It is a sad commentary on our day that there is an urgent need to lift marriage out of the sitcom sewer and bring it. Colossians everymans bible commentary resourcing the. Colossians 4 new king james version nkjv christian graces. With bible gateway plus, you gain instant access to a digital bible study library, including complete notes from the niv cultural backgrounds study bible and the new bible commentary. Colossians 1 new international version niv biblica. Books in the john phillips commentary series are designed to provide pastors, sunday school teachers, and students of the scripture with doctrinally sound interpretation that emphasizes the practical application of bible truth. No entry exists in forerunner commentary for colossians 4. This daily newsletter provides a starting point for personal study, and gives valuable insight into the verses that make up the word of god. A free bible commentary on the letter to the hebrews in easy english. Christians shall then be raised from the dead, and ascend with the redeemer to heaven. When christ, who is your life, appears, then you also will appear with him in. As i grew to adulthood, questions about myself and my world also grew.
Commentary on philippians, colossians, and thessalonians. Reading cycle three from a guide to good bible reading. He had come to the prisoner in rome, and had brought the tidings of their condition which filled the apostles heart with strangely mingled feelingsof joy for their love and christian walk colossians 1. I became a believer in christ at a young age, based primarily on the witness of significant others in my family. This commentary has been through advanced theological checking. Study colossians 4 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills exposition of the bible. Paul had not visited colossae, but had received reports from epaphras, the. David guziks commentaries are noted for their clear.
Possibly one of the roman jews who believed pauls message acts 28. In my study this morning, i was reading mark johnstons thoughts on the text and he said this. Daily verse and comment, and have biblical truth delivered to your inbox. To affirm and explain the supremacy and sufficiency of christ in opposition to. Colossians chapter 4 explained discover the 66 books of. This is a study guide commentary, which means that you are responsible for your own interpretation of the bible. Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills exposition. David guzik commentary on acts 1 describes the ascension of jesus into. The reason assigned here is, that we have put off the old man with his deeds. Jul 14, 20 working preacher is a ministry brought to you by luther seminary. Colossians 4 bible commentary matthew henry concise.
Buy colossians and philemon tyndale new testament commentaries by wright, canon n. From verse 11 of this chapter, it is evident that he was not by birth a jew, but was probably a proselyte. For you died, and your life is now hidden with christ in god. And jesus, which is called justus, who are of the circumcision. The books author identifies himself as john see revelation 1. Aristarchus my fellow prisoner saluteth you this man was a man of macedonia, and a thessalonian. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. Since, then, you have been raised with christ, set your hearts on things above, where christ is, seated at the right hand of god. Then shall ye also appear with him in glory 1 thessalonians 4.
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