The sermon explores Colossians 2:1-3, emphasizing the spiritual struggle Paul undertakes to foster maturity among believers rather than merely addressing physical or temporal needs. It highlights three primary goals for Christian growth: encouraged hearts, love for fellow believers, and full assurance of understanding in gospel truth. The preacher contrasts earthly treasure hunting with the superior value of divine wisdom found exclusively in Jesus Christ. By positioning Christ as the ultimate treasury of all knowledge and wisdom, the message urges believers to prioritize spiritual depth over superficial concerns. The conclusion invites the congregation to seek this divine treasure through fellowship, scripture study, and the Lord's Supper.

Have you ever considered the role and identity of the Holy Spirit? You realize that he is a personal Helper and Advocate sent by Jesus to indwell believers, right? Has it been made clear to you that the Holy Spirit is truly the third person of the Trinity? Please listen to Pastor Doug Tegner as he breaks down vitals about the Spirit that we may have never known; misunderstood, or may have even taken for granted.

Sermon outline 1.Jesus provides a clear criteria on who is his opposition 2.Jesus engaged his opposition respectfully 3.Jesus led by example and did not follow in the sins of his own people Israel. 4.Jesus used Scripture as the foundation for settling all disputes. 5.Jesus warns his opposition about the dangers of rejecting the truth 6.Jesus invited his opposition to receive eternal life

The sermon contrasts authentic Christian faith with Gnostic errors by emphasizing that God is light and in Him there is no darkness. It argues that true fellowship with God and other believers requires walking in the light through honest confession of sin rather than claiming sinlessness or relying on mere emotional experiences. The preacher explains that while Christians struggle with ongoing sin, they are cleansed by Christ's blood and called to a life of humility and obedience. This walk in the light fosters genuine community and reflects the objective truth of the Gospel over subjective feelings. Ultimately, believers are urged to hate sin, confess their faults, and live in the reality of God's cleansing grace.

Salvation is simple, but not ordinary.

In this personal letter, John urges an essential practice of walking in the truth; participating in the work of spreading the truth of Christ in the world.

The truth of the ascension has the ability to bring the believer great joy