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Does the message of total forgiveness lead to more sinning? Does walking by the Spirit lead to perfect performance? Can a Christian be possessed by a demon? What is the enemy able to do to us? My pastor told us we can lose our salvation. Now everyone’s confused!

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What is the prosperity gospel? Why is it off the mark? Why is a prophet not welcome in his own hometown? Are we supposed to show priority for one type of church or ministry over another? Right now, I feel like I’m being bled dry! Can you pray for me and my marriage? My wife has left, and I don’t even know where she is!

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Religious tradition is often a whirlwind of empty philosophies and legalistic practices. In Colossians 2, Paul cuts through the noise to reveal what truly matters. It’s not about following human regulations or deceptive ideas that claim you need more.

In Christ, you’re complete no additives needed. Imagine living free from the shadows of religious rituals and embracing the fullness found in Him.

If you’re curious about this freedom and how it can empower your life, click through to watch the full message. You’ll discover confidence from your new identity in Christ, leaving behind the lifeless religiosity of the world!

Discussion Questions for Colossians 2:

1. Read verse 8. What kinds of empty deception or worldly philosophies do you think people are most prone to today, and how do these ideas contrast with the message of Christ?

2. Read verses 9-10. How does the fullness of Christ that Paul describes impact your sense of identity and completeness in Him?

3. Read verse 11. How does this idea of putting off the body of flesh relate to the new life we have in Christ?

4. Read verses 13-14. How do these verses emphasize the way God has dealt with our sins? What impact can this total forgiveness have on our daily lives and how we view ourselves?

5. Read verse 15. How does the image of Christ disarming rulers and authorities give you a fresh perspective on the battles you face? What does His victory mean for you?

6. Read verses 16-17. Paul talks about religious regulations as a shadow of things to come. How can we avoid lifeless religiosity and embrace the substance found in Christ?

7. Read verses 20-21. Paul asks why believers submit to religious rules after having died with Christ. In what ways are we today tempted to follow human regulations or legalistic practices? How do we remain focused on our freedom in Christ and living from Him instead?

8. Read verses 22-23. How do religious rules have the appearance of wisdom but lack value? How can we discern between genuine spiritual growth and empty religious rule-following?

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My mother passed away a while ago, and her husband wants to put her on a Mormon list to be married eternally. Is that okay? What should we think about channeling and mediums? What about Halloween? And demon possession? Is the church replacing Israel? Is there a second blessing or second portion of the Spirit we receive later? Why did Absolom say he had no successors if he did indeed have children? Is mental illness different from demon possession?

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How do we define sin without the Law? How do we live the Christian life without depending on the Ten Commandments? Did Jesus have any fallenness about Him? Did Jesus restore us to a condition closer to that of Adam and Eve? Why are some people using Ecclesiastes 10:2 to talk about American politics? What is the context and takeaway from Paul’s Romans 7 struggle with jealousy?

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If we love Him, we will keep His commands? Is that a pressure-filled statement? I’m in a cycle of sinning and asking for forgiveness, only to do it all over again? What should I do? Does Hebrews 10 mean that any willful sin is not forgiven by God?

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I’m concerned about my Catholic relatives and friends. Are some of them saved? Will believers and unbelievers be together on the new earth after Christ’s return? I don’t understand why the church doesn’t do more to fight sin in our world!

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I’m struggling with doubt and fear. I have questions about James 2 and faith and works. When Jesus returns, is it to take us to Heaven or establish a new Earth? How do I stop being judgmental of others? Should I be talking to my husband about past sexual experiences with other men?

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How can I fight the good fight and be stronger as a Christian? What is Hebrews 6 really saying about salvation? I don’t feel guilt and condemnation when I sin now. Is that a good sign or a bad sign?

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Imagine yourself being raised up and seated with Christ in heavenly places. It might sound too lofty to understand at first, but it’s your reality. And grasping it will reshape how you see yourself and your daily life.

It means you can forget the idea of getting closer to Jesus. After all, you’re already united with Christ and one spirit with the Lord! God has already done the heavy lifting.

Dive into the full message now and let these power-packed truths revolutionize your outlook on everyday life!

Discussion Questions Ephesians 2:

1. Read verses 1-2. What does dead in your trespasses and sins mean? How does this description help us understand our condition before and after knowing Christ?

2. Read verse 3. How were we children of wrath according to this verse? How does this contrast with our new identity in Christ?

3. Read verse 4. What is significant about the phrase But God? How does God’s mercy and love change everything in our story?

4. Read verse 5. Consider the words alive and together and comment on your closeness to God. How close are you? Why?

5. Read verses 6-7. What does it mean for us to be raised up with Christ and seated with Him in the heavenly places? How can this reality impact how we think daily? Why did God do this for us (Hint: See verse 7.)?

6. Read verses 8-9. How does understanding grace challenge any attempt to earn salvation through works? What does this do for ideas like water baptism saves you or you can do something to lose your salvation?

7. Read verse 10. React to this statement: If you’re God’s workmanship and you were designed from the ground up for good works, then you’re good by nature.

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