The Vineyard- August 17, 2014

The Vineyard

I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing. – John 15:5

Colossians 1:24-2:5

Pray that God will speak to you through the reading of His word.

-          Laboring for Others

o   Even though Paul had never met the Colossians, he says that he is laboring even for them.  How might we be of service to Christians whom we may never meet?  How are we serving the universal church?

-          The Treasure of Christ

o   Paul uses words like “riches” and “treasures” to refer to Christ, and learning more about Christ.  The implication is that the more we learn of Christ, the richer we are for it.  Are you continuing to learn more about Christ?

-          Are you Maturing?

o   Paul’s goal is to be able to present the Colossian Christian as mature.  In other words, he doesn’t simply seek to convert people to Christ, but also wants them to grow in Christ.  Have you grown in your faith in Christ since you first became a Christian?  If not, why?

Pray that we will labor for the good of others in the Kingdom of God, even if we never get to meet them face to face. 

Pray that we will develop a passion for Christ, and make Him our treasure in life. 

Pray that we will all mature and grow in Christ.