The first half of the book of colossians is a theological treatise that includes one of the most profound presentations of christology anywhere in. These are foundational ideas which paul will use to set up his later points. Nov 01, 2016 watch our overview video on the book of colossians, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Onesimus was originally from colossae, and would have been known to the people there. The book of colossians gives the clearest, most comprehensive teaching on christology of all pauls epistles. In the early church, all who speak on the subject of. The penalty for sin has been completely removed because of his perfect sacrifice. The book of colossians is about the supremacy of the person of christ. The niv application commentary helps you communicate and apply biblical text effectively in todays context. Free online learning about the book of colossians from the gospel coalition. Before you attempt to answer the questions below you should read these chapters in the bible and answer the questions at the end of each chapter found at the website answer the questions below and then click ok to send your answers.
Evidence in favor of pauline authorship is the many notable similarities to his other writings. This hymn may be compared with similar passages in phil 2. Tychicus was a coworker of paul who would have been able to help the colossian believers understand and apply the apostles teachings in the letter. The book of colossians addresses problems the church at colossae faced, and it challenges believers to examine all of life and be transformed through the resurrection and love of jesus. To bring the ancient messages of the bible into todays world, each passage is treated in three sections. Youre already logged in with your bible gateway account. This part identifies the author, the recipients, and includes a greeting. Colossians 4 new international version niv dramatized.
Indeed, he is the image of the invisible god, the sovereign and preeminent one among all creation col. The sole datumthe marcionite prologue to the colossians statement. If ye then be risen with christ, seek those things which are above, where christ sitteth on the right hand of god. The first half of the book of colossians is a theological treatise that includes one of the most profound presentations of christology anywhere in the new testament. The general consensus is that these epistles were written during pauls imprisonment at rome cf. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of colossians in the bible new international version. May 02, 2020 timothy is also given some credit colossians 1. Top 5 commentaries on the books of colossians and philemon. Interesting facts about colossians barnes bible charts author. Let the message of christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns and songs from the spirit, singing to god with. Jul 01, 2015 the book is wellorganized and easy to follow for the bible study. A translators handbook on pauls letters to the colossians and philemon. Bible gateway treats nameofthefather and name of the father differently.
Colossians is named for the city of colossae, where the church it was addressed to was located. He has no equal among the religious leaders of the world religions because he and he alone is gods son and the way, the truth, and the life john 14. Who is the repetition of the expression colossians 1. This passage reveals and confirms the preexistent, omnipotent, exalted, and eternal son of god. This book has been long thought to have been written by the apostle paul to the christians in colossae, a small phrygian city in modern day turkey. Colossians 1, king james version kjv the bible app.
A 12week practical study series on the books of colossians and philemon. Become the whole person god intends you to be by warren w. Audiobible niv 51 colossians dramatized new international. Colossians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the will of god, and timothy our brother, to gods holy people in colossae, the faithful brothers and sisters in christ. An introduction to the book of colossians an argument of the book of colossians a selected bibliography of colossians and philemon. Colossians 1 amplified bible amp thankfulness for spiritual attainments. The first begotten from the dead from whose resurrection flows all the life, spiritual and eternal, of all his brethren. Grace and peace to you from god our father prayer for spiritual wisdom.
This was about the same time he wrote ephesians and philemon. That colossians is a genuine letter of paul is usually not disputed. The epistle of paul the apostle to the colossians from the holy bible new international version niv book 51 please note we have increased the volum. Colossians, philemon the niv application commentary book 12. Colossians is one of pauls four prison epistles col 4. This summary of the book of colossians provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of colossians. Colossians 1 bible commentary wesleys explanatory notes. Colossians author, recipients, and greeting alan knox. But paul was compelled to write a separate letter for him. There is an informative appendix section that gives resources to expand your knowledge about colossians. Biblica provides gods word to people through translation, publishing and bible engagement in africa, asia pacific, europe, latin america, middle east, and north america. He is the firstborn son, superior to all created things.
It was also to be read in the neighboring church at laodicea 4. The apostle paul was the primary writer of the book of colossians colossians 1. Book of colossians overview insight for living ministries. Colossians 4 new international version niv dramatized audio bible. The epistle of paul to the colossians, or simply colossians, is the twelfth book of the new testament. The book of colossians is a prison epistle letter written while in prison. The son is the image of the invisible god, the firstborn over all creation. The book of colossians makes the following direct or indirect statements about jesus christ.
Paul was careful to warn the colossians that angels should not be worshipped colossians 2. For in him dwells all the fullness of the godhead bodily. Colossians 2, new international version niv the bible app. Patzia ephesians, colossians, philemon new international biblical commentary. The book of colossians encourages a greater devotion to.
Colossians 3 new international version niv living as those made alive in christ. This letter was written by paul, an apostle of jesus christ 1. The colossians were mostly gentiles, but like the galatians they were being pressured to follow the jewish law and were adding extra rules and false teachings to the faith. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools.
Tom constables expository notes on colossians this is also available in the net. Epistle to the colossians niv audio bible non dramatized. Colossians intro, new international version niv bible. In the early church, all who speak on the subject of authorship ascribe it to paul. It was written, according to the text, by paul the apostle and timothy to the church in colossae, a small phrygian city near laodicea and approximately 100 miles 160 km from ephesus in asia minor scholars have increasingly questioned pauls authorship and attributed the letter to an. Paul took care to show that jesus did the work of reconciliation himself colossians 1. Intro to colossians biblica the international bible society. Some modern scholars think it was written by a follower of paul based on how it describes jesus. One of the people paul chose to deliver the letters we know as colossians and ephesians was a man named onesimus. In the 19th century, however, some thought that the heresy refuted in ch.
If such is truly the case, then paul wrote colossians around 6163 a. The next step is to enter your payment information. For example, the description of the church in colossians 2. After he had been arrested he wrote to them the colossians from ephesusis rightly regarded as of doubtful value, as are the local tradition of a watchtower in ephesus which is known as pauls prison, and the apocryphal story of paul and the lion in the ephesian. New international version niv dramatized audio bible duration. Paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the will of god, and timothy our brother, to the saints and faithful brothers in christ at colossae. Colossians the book of colossians is the 12th book of the new testament, which contains the epistle of paul to the colossians, a letter written by the apostle paul to the church of colossae around 50 ce.
The letter to the colossians is to be dated during pauls first imprisonment in rome, where he spent at least two years under house arrest see ac 28. Also known as the epistle to the colossians, the book of colossians was written by the apostle paul from 58 to 62 a. Author, date, and recipients the apostle paul wrote this letter to christians living in the small city of colossae. So paul sent this letter, along with the letters to philemon and to the ephesians, with tychicus, accompanied by onesimus colossians 4. The epistle to colossians encyclopedia of the bible bible. Use highlighting, underlining, and take notes while you study the bible.
So paul wrote them a letter to say, when youve got jesus the messiah. Use fewer words in your search, especially if youre unsure of the exact phrase. This summary of the book of colossians provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of colossians. Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly bible studies to share with family and friends. Grace to you and peace inner calm and spiritual wellbeing from god our father. These are all of the chapters of the book of colossians. The book of colossians was likely written between a. Some have argued that paul wrote colossians from ephesus or caesarea, but most of the evidence favors rome as the place.
Bruce, paul, the apostle of the heart set free, pp. Learn colossians books bible with free interactive flashcards. Living as those made alive in christ 3 since, then, you have been raised with christ, set your hearts on things above, where christ is, seated at the. Secondly, colossians is regarded by many as the most christological book in the bible. Shortly after pauls letter was delivered, the entire valley was devastated by a severe earthquake, which further reduced colossaes importance as a city. Christ has holy and faithful brothers who are in him, residing in colossae 1. Introduction to the book of colossians pulpit pages.
Epistle to the colossians simple english wikipedia, the. Since the text and audio content provided by blb represent a range of evangelical traditions, all of the ideas and principles conveyed in the resource materials are not. Your credit card wont be charged until the trial period is over. Though he did not personally know the recipients, paul was acquainted with them. The book of colossians my purpose is that they may be encouraged in heart and united in love, so they may have the full riches of complete understanding, in order that they may know the mystery of god, namely, christ, in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. Colossians 1, new international version niv the bible app. Colossians follows the outline of a typical pauline letter. The key personalities include paul, timothy, tychicus, onesimus, aristarchus, mark, and. Jesus is not only the god of creation, he is the ultimate authority over all created things. Colossians chapter 1 is mostly focused on describing christ as supreme. The blue letter bible ministry and the blb institute hold to the historical, conservative christian faith, which includes a firm belief in the inerrancy of scripture.
The letter of colossians a discipleship program featuring the. Introduction to the book of colossians learn religions. See more ideas about book of colossians, bible verses and new testament. Colossians 3 new international version niv dramatized. Gnosticism and some forms of jewish mysticism greatly esteemed these supposed mediators, and considered them angelic beings of a sort. Starting your free trial of bible gateway plus is easy. Some of them were priding themselves on having visions and getting secret spiritual knowledge. For example, baptizing name father and baptizing them in the name of the father will both return matthew 28. Put on therefore, as the elect of god, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering.