Living Vertizontal

In our episode this week, we finish off Colossians 3 and start in chapter 4, looking at Colossians 3:18-4:1. In this set of verses, Paul works to restructure the typical household of Colossae around Christ, moving from patriarchy to Christ centered living. Together we discuss the relational and interactional transformation that can take place as we choose to focus on Jesus in every situation, regardless of the circumstance.

In this episode we move into Colossians 3:1-17. Within this passage, Paul discusses what it looks like to live a life in Christ. Together we discuss how important it is for us to understand that as Christ becomes our focus in life as Christians, though we may not necessarily change our environments and relationships in the world we live in, we actively work with Christ to put on the actions and behaviors of His kingdom.

In our episode this week, we finish off Colossians 2:16-23. In this passage Paul continues the conversation on the fullness of life in Christ by likening the law to a shadow and Christ to that which casts the shadow. Together we discuss the difference between focusing on laws or on Jesus. Laws may bring modification to our lives, but only Christ brings transformation to our lives. When we focus on Him, and help others to do the same, His kingdom comes into focus.

In our episode this week, we pick up in Colossians 2:6-15. Within this passage, Paul addresses the fullness of life in Christ. Together we discuss the idea of Jesus as Lord in our lives and just how pervasive that should be. When we identify Jesus as Lord, we commit to focus solely on Him over traditions and external influences, allowing Jesus to be the one who influences and guides us in all things.

In this episode, we continue on in Colossians, looking at chapter 1:24-2:5. Here Paul addresses his work with and for the church. Together we discuss the overwhelming reality of Christ in us, and the importance of remaining dependent on Him, rather than thinking we are the one to be depended on.

In this episode, we move into season 4 as we work through the book of Colossians, another letter from Paul. Today we are going to be looking at Colossians 1:1-23 which includes Paul’s introduction, greeting, thanksgiving, and initial remarks to the church at Colossae. Together we discuss faith, purpose, and holiness, and just how central Christ is for all of it.

In this episode, we finish our journey through Romans. It is a larger section, but we will be looking at Romans 16:1-27. Within this set of scripture, Paul offers greetings and summary points to the letter. Together we discuss how ordinary faithfulness to both Jesus and those around us reflects the extraordinary faith that Jesus is calling us to.

In this episode we finish off Romans 15, looking at Romans 15:23-33. Here, Paul explains the plans ahead of him, before he is able to visit Rome on the way to Spain. Together we discuss the missional directive on every follower of Christ and the importance of refusing to allow external circumstances from influencing the working out of this directive.

In this episode, we look at Romans 15:14-22. In this set of verses, Paul speaks of his overwhelming commitment to following God on mission to the Gentiles. Together we discuss the important role that we each play within the greater Body of Christ, as we grow in dependence on Jesus’ Spirit, reflecting His servant leader qualities.

In this episode we move into Romans 15, looking at verses 1 through 13. In this set of verses, Paul speaks to the responsibility of the believer to the other. Together we discuss what it looks like to live a life like Christ, a life of worship to God, overflowing to those around us, as well as the vital role of unity for both our worship and our witness in the world.