Commentary on the book of colossians 1 27

The spring and cause of the manifestation of the gospel to the saints, and chosen of god, is not their works. The book of colossians is about the supremacy of the person of christ. In that to the romans, it is justification by faith. An easyenglish commentary 2800 word vocabulary on pauls letter to the colossians. To them god chose to make known how great among the gentiles are the riches of the glory of this mystery, which is christ in you, the hope of glory. And ye are complete in him, which is the head of all principality and power colossians 2. Colossians 1 expositors bible commentary colossians 1.

It was also to be read in the neighboring church at laodicea 4. To them god has chosen to make known among the gentiles the glorious riches of this mystery, which is christ in you, the hope of glory. This letter was written by paul, an apostle of jesus christ 1. Whereof i am made a minister, according to the dispensation of god which is given to me for you, to fulfill the world of god. Colossians 1 bible study, summary and discussion questions. This commentary has been through advanced theological checking. One bible commentator wrote concerning colossians 1.

Colossians free bible study commentary in simple english. Colossians commentary matthew henry commentary on the. Paul, an apostle of jesus christ by the will of god, and timothy our brother, timothy. The apostle paul salutes the colossians, and blesses god for their faith, love, and hope. Using secondary scholarship judiciously, moo skillfully links exegesis of the text with critical issues in biblical and systematic theology. In his indwelling presencethe christians hope colossians 1.

Which is christ in you, the hope of glory, this rich display of divine grace is all summed up in one word, that christ is in you the hope of. Who now rejoice in my sufferings for you endured for your benefit, having been exposed to them in consequence of my preaching the gospel to you and other gentiles. Matthew mark luke john acts romans 1 corinthians 2 corinthians galatians ephesians philippians colossians 1 thessalonians 2 thessalonians 1 timothy 2 timothy. Please use the dropdown menus below to select the book, chapter, and verse you wish to study with andrews online bible commentary. Mystery in modern usage is similar to this ancient use for it usually means a secret for which no answer can be found cf mystery novel. Colossians 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Evidence in favor of pauline authorship is the many notable similarities to his other writings. To them god has chosen to make known among the gentiles the glorious riches. God reiterates this truth several times in the new testament. Grace to you and peace from god our father and the lord jesus christ a. Yet most people today have never heard of john gill. In whom we have redemption, even the forgiveness of sins, v. Bob utley, retired professor of hermeneutics bible interpretation.

Read in this way, christ is the object of hope belonging to or. But as it is an attribute of the mystery it probably expresses its glorious character. The word mystery is one which has acquired in modern english a sense remote from its original signification. Paulos apostolos christou iesou dia th elemato s theou kai timotheos o adelphos. God revealed this to them because it was his will and he works all things after the counsel of his own will eph. The epistles of paul to the colossians and philemon. It is likely that paul himself had never visited the city colossians 2. Grace to you and peace from god our father and the lord jesus christ. To whom god would make known the spring and cause of the manifestation of the gospel to the saints, and chosen of god, is not their works, for god does not call them with an holy calling according to them, but according to his own grace. If philemon and his family were hosts of the church at colosse, then mark a. Colossians 1, new international version niv the bible app. An admirable summary of the christian doctrine concerning the operation of the spirit, the person of the redeemer, the work of. Bible study articles that explain clearly each verse in the book of colossians insight, commentary and analysis.

By comparing the epistle to the colossians with that written to philemon, it is reasonable to suppose that the church at colosse met in their home cf. There are many commentaries about the epistles of colossians and philemon available at this moment but colossians and philemon of the zondervan exegetical commentary on the new testament series is a giant leap above all other commentaries on this book. This is unfortunate, since his works contain priceless gems of. On the point of now urging upon the readers their obligation to fidelity in the faith colossians 2. His prayer for their knowledge, fruitfulness, and strength v. It is likely that many of these colossian christians were gentiles see 1. The meaning here is, that the truth that the gospel was to be preached to all mankind, was a truth abounding in glory. Colossians and philemon zondervan exegetical commentary. Study the bible online using commentary on colossians and more. Revelation, direction and reflection book of colossians bible study chapter 1. As with all volumes in the pillar series, moos commentary on colossians and philemon makes clear the flow and meaning of the text.

His introductory material, which covers approximately 28 pages, is thorough yet concise. Paul probably wrote the letter because of the visit of epaphras from colosse colossians 1. For in him all the fullness of god was pleased to dwell, and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, making peace by the blood of his cross. The commentary on colossians and philemon by peter obrien number 44 in the word biblical commentary series is a worthy endeavor, suitable for the biblical scholar and the layperson alike. Colossians is named for the city of colossae, where the church it was addressed to was located. It is the secret program that the ascended lord jesus christ committed first to the apostle paul, and the same program he then. Colossians 1 commentary william barclays daily study bible. The glorious character of jesus christ, and what he has done for mankind, colossians 1. Book of colossians bible study christ in you the hope of. His thanksgiving to god for what he had heard concerning themtheir faith, love, and hope v.

Indeed, he is the image of the invisible god, the sovereign and preeminent one among all creation col. Colossians 1 commentary spurgeons verse expositions of. The letters to the colossians and to philemon the pillar new. Jul 17, 2016 then the apostle pushes the cosmic scope of this kingdom, this reconciliation of all things colossians 1. Jesus is not only the god of creation, he is the ultimate authority over all created things. The apostle paul wrote this letter epistle to the church at colossae, a small city located on the lycus river in asia minor modern turkeyknown for its production of wool and woolen goods. Paul, an apostle of jesus christ by the will of god, and timothy our brother, to the saints and faithful brethren in christ who are in colosse. Enduring word bible commentary colossians chapter 1. By whom the churchwhich consisted for the most part of gentile christians, colossians 1. The spring and cause of the manifestation of the gospel to the saints, and chosen of god, is not their. It is important that we have a clear understanding of colossians 1. Its teaching that if a christian at some point says forget it jesus, i dont want you in my life, and im not.

The hope of glory book of colossians bible study chapter 2. All of creation has heard the gospel, all of creation recognizes the redeemer. The sum and substance of the apostles preaching, and the manner in which he executed his ministry, colossians 1. The book of colossians gives the clearest, most comprehensive teaching on christology of all pauls epistles. Paul, an apostle of jesus christ by the will of god, and timothy our brother, to. Jan 26, 2014 while this reading of the phrase in col. But now he has reconciled you by christs physical body through death to present you holy. It is the secret program that the ascended lord jesus christ committed first to the apostle paul, and the same program he then revealed to all of mankind by the holy spirit through pauls epistles, romans through philemon. It will save thee many pangs if thou will learn to think of thyself as being in him. He has no equal among the religious leaders of the world religions because he and he alone is gods son and the way, the truth, and the life john 14. Colossians 1 commentary matthew henry commentary on the.

For god wanted them to know that the riches and glory of christ are for you gentiles, too. Christ in you the hope of glory to whom god was pleased to make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the gentiles, which is christ in you, the hope of glory. Colossians 1 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, as set of 17 volumes on the new testament, the result of barclays dedicated work. Recorded at the bible lessons international studio. Read colossians commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Abbott, a critical and exegetical commentary on the epistles to the ephesians and to the colossians, icc, pp. He who undertakes to give strength to his people, is a god of power, and of glorious power. Colossians commentary john gills exposition of the bible. The penalty for sin has been completely removed because of his perfect sacrifice. We may say that each of pauls greater epistles has in it one salient thought. Colossians chapter 1 is mostly focused on describing christ as supreme.