Christ the Reconciler 4 Reconciliation Realities The Exaltation Reality (v.18b) The Providence Reality (v.19) The Restoration Reality (v. 20a) The Final Reality (v.20b)

4 Ways God is Sovereign over Man to the Benefit of Every Believer

Christ is the Head of the Body, the Church Stronghold in Christ System of Unity Sensitivity of the Body Sacrifice of Self

4 Profound Realities of Christ’s Preeminence (1) Christ the Deity (2) Christ the Heir (3) Christ the Creator (4) Christ the Sovereign

Colossians 1:9-14 Caleb’s teaching on the second half of Paul’s greeting where he explains the object and purpose of his constant prayers: Wisdom that pleases God, Walking that will please God, and Workings that did please God.

Caleb begins the Letter to the Colossians by explaining the first 8 verses. Paul expresses his thanksgiving for the work of the Lord in the hearts of the Colossian believers.

Caleb begins with the background, history, context, author, and recipients of the letter to the Colossians.

5 reasons the Israelites excluded themselves from God’s best and what every believer should learn from it.

In order to be Christ’s disciple, you must refuse to live for yourself, be willing to suffer and die for Christ, and obey Him