Sunday we heard the challenging message of Colossians 3:1-17 - if we have taken the name of Christ, our lives will truly be changed. By accepting Him, we accept His values. By focusing on Him, we become more like Him.

So... what next?

Here are a few suggestions for your next steps - from classes to further reading to online materials and more.

For Further Thought: Read our key passage again - Colossians 3:1-17.

1. Jesus sits at the right hand of God.
   • What was the Sanhedrin's response when Jesus claimed that he would? Matthew 26:27-67
   • Why did Peter claim that Jesus is at God's right hand in the first Christian sermon? Acts 2:29-41. What was the response of the people who heard Peter?
   • What was the Sanhedrin's response when the apostles claimed that Jesus is at the right hand of God? Acts 5:27-33.
   • What difference should it make to you that Jesus is at the right hand of God? Romans 8:31-39
2. In which of the following ways have you experience Christian connection? In which ways have you offered Christian connection?
   • We suffer for each other like Christ (1:24).
   • We struggle for each other like Paul (1:28 - 2:2).
   • We pray for each other like Epaphras (4:12). Also see Col 1:9-12.
3. How can we protect ourselves from sexual temptation? Col. 3:5-7
4. How can we protect ourselves from speech temptations? Col. 3:8-14
5. Which do you think does more damage (sexual or speech) to the body of Christ?
6. Would others say you circulate gratitude or grumpiness? (Col. 3:15-17)

Memory Verse:

Colossians: We're currently studying the book of Colossians. Let's read the book each week. It's a short read, but packed with wisdom your heart needs to hear:

For Further Reading (and Listening):

Arriving, by Chris Tomlin. Contains the original recording of "Your Grace is Enough," along with "Indescribable," "Unfailing Love," "Holy is the Lord" and others. One of the most influential worship albums of all time.

Celebration of Discipline: The Path to Spiritual Growth, by Richard J. Foster

3:16 - The Numbers of Hope, by Max Lucado

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101 - Sat 11/17, 9:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
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301 - Sat 10/20, 9:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Discover how God has shaped you specifically to help others. Email 301@hpf.org to reserve your spot.

(Childcare and snacks provided free of charge in all classes)