Final in the Colossians series. Directions and greetings to the Colossians from Luke, Epaphras, Demas, Mark, Aristarchus, Justus, Nymphas, Archippus. Tychicus and Onesimus will deliver this letter and Philemon's.

The comforting strength of sincerity (truth, first item in our armor).

The Book that spoke to the Islanders. And the building - twice - of a place of meeting for God's people. Fascinating and delightful history.

Parents, slave-owners, slaves are addressed and the church is encouraged to pray. Paul has a prayer request of his own.

Called to peace and thankfulness. The singing ministry of the church. Admonitions to women and men.

"Having been convicted of murder, William Palmer was put to death on June 14th, 1856. The next morning, young Charles Spurgeon, reflecting on the events of the previous day, spoke on the perfect justice of God in condemning sinners." (Hearspurgeon.com)