If we believe Jesus is Lord over all things, this should influence the way we pursue relationships. In this passage, Paul specifically addresses how Jesus can be honored through relationships within the household. 

If we believe Jesus is Lord over all things, this should influence the way we pursue relationships. In this passage, Paul specifically addresses how Jesus can be honored through relationships within the household. 

This week, two special guests join us as we consider what it means to put on the new self. 

1. What personally stuck out in this passage? Anything particularly encouraging or convicting?
2. How do we think about the tension between the necessity for God's enabling grace to do anything good and Scripture's clear commands for obedience?
3. Are you willing to share particular sins are you are battling (or have battled) and some practical ways you've put sin to death and grown in godliness?

This passage serves as a call to action for those who have been raised with Christ. One important question forms the foundation of our response: Is our way of life consistent with who we are through Christ? 

In Eric's return as host, we approach some important topics and how it looks to navigate those as Christians. 

• What are some philosophies / worldviews common in our culture that could be examples of what Paul is warning the believers in Colossae about? What's an example of one that we've personally wrestled with?
•  What are some red flags that a particular philosophy or practice we hold to, or the way we hold to it, is becoming what Paul warns us about?
• Paul also warns against empty practices - so how do we approach spiritual practices in our lives? 

This week's passage reminds us that any way of thinking or personal practice that has no root in Christ is empty, giving us nothing. Paul calls the church to continue in the faith and stand firm on what is true. 

Eric is back! This week, we welcome Eric back and get to hear a bit about his sabbatical. 

We also unpack this week's sermon with a few questions: 

• Are we facing suffering as a direct result of our faith? Why or why not? 
• What does suffering look like in an American context?
• What are things that we've held too closely that started out about Jesus but have drifted elsewhere? 

This week's passage directs us to a few important questions: Where is our commitment to Jesus, His gospel, and the Church? Are we willing to endure the suffering that comes from boldly proclaiming the gospel? 

This week, Vince, Kirsten, and Betty reflect on things that may stand in the way of seeing Christ as Lord over creation, redemption, and reconciliation. If we truly believe that Jesus is preeminent, how should this change the life of a Christian? 

Additionally, The Loft gets some exciting updates in preparation for Eric's return next week. 

This passage proclaims the complete supremacy of Christ, reminding us that He is Lord over everything. With these rich theological truths in mind, how can our worship be transformed?