The Mission of Christ propels towards others. Our actions, our words, even our prayers are to be intentionally outward focused. Mature believers walk in the mission of Christ. 

Putting the life of the new age into practice begins at home. How we treat people at home says a lot about who we are. Mature believers stay connected to God - even in the home. 

Followers of Jesus can no longer live like they used to live because that life has been put to death. Mature believers walk in the life of Christ.

All that we need has been accomplished by Christ on the cross. Mature believers are secure believers through the victory of Christ.

Paul knows that what keeps many Christians from reaching maturity is their reliance on the wisdom of the world. He wants the Colossians to trust that the wisdom that comes from God is far superior to the wisdom of their age. Their culture will change, but the wisdom of God never wavers.

Paul wants the believers to grow into maturity in Christ. But he knows that it won't happen until they are convinced of the authority of Christ. 

The Gospel of Christ breaks us free from the power of sin and gives us life. And it is all about the grace of God. We are qualified and delivered by His grace.

Guest Speaker Dr. Monte Cox is the Dean of Bible and Ministry at Harding University. In this sermon, he wraps up our Onward series to challenge us to be a people that are not only sanctified but also sent.

Being on mission isn't something we do; it's who we are if we follow Jesus. Something amazing will happen when we move together on God’s mission to reach the world. It can be overwhelming. And it starts with one at a time. 

When we look beyond ourselves and begin to serve others, we are beginning to share in the adventure of following Jesus and becoming like Him.