Remember My Chains

by | Aug 21, 2022 | Uncategorized

[18] I, Paul, write this greeting with my own hand. Remember my chains. Grace be with you. Colossians 4:18 What striking words to end a letter, “remember my chains.” The words conjure up vivid images and yet why use them when maybe you would want the church in...

The Public Reading Of Scripture

by | Aug 17, 2022 | Uncategorized

[16] And when this letter has been read among you, have it also read in the church of the Laodiceans; and see that you also read the letter from Laodicea. Colossians 4:16 My church background was one of Strict and Particular Baptist Churches. As part of the service...

Faithful Women And Churches In Houses

by | Aug 14, 2022 | Uncategorized

[15] Give my greetings to the brothers at Laodicea, and to Nympha and the church in her house. Colossians 4:15 We must never minimise or overlook the incredible influence in the early church of a number of courageous and faithful women. Where does one begin to list...

The Rise Of Christian Narcissism

by | Aug 10, 2022 | Uncategorized

Please read Colossians 4:7-17 In Greek mythology, Narcissus was a hunter from Thespiae in Boeotia who was known for his beauty. According to Tzetzes, he rejected all romantic advances, eventually falling in love with his own reflection in a pool of water, staring at...

When Christians Fall Out (Part 3)

by | Aug 7, 2022 | Uncategorized

[10] Aristarchus my fellow prisoner greets you, and Mark the cousin of Barnabas (concerning whom you have received instructions—if he comes to you, welcome him), Colossians 4:10 We’ve learned much from the falling out of Paul and Barnabas over Mark but there’s one...