Praising God for You; Praying for You

Sermon Notes

What was Paul thankful for at Colossae:
1. Their faith in Jesus.
2. Their love for others.
3. Their hope of heaven.

What was Paul’s prayer for these new believers?
4. A deeper understanding of God’s will.
5. To live a life worthy of the Lord.
6. For God’s strength and power in their life.

7. For endurance and patience in their walk with Jesus.
8. For a continual thankfulness for their salvation.

Follow-up Questions from Sunday:
Quick Review:

Looking back at your notes from this week’s teaching, was there anything you heard for the first time or that caught your attention, challenged, or confused you?

Digging Deeper:
1. Read Colossians 1:1-14. How would you describe Paul’s heart in these verses?
2. When someone you know accepts Christ, what are some of your first emotions? What are some of the things you pray for them about?
3. When you read Paul’s list of prayers for these new believers, which ones surprise you the most and why?
4. Which one of these prayers do you think we should continue to pray for in a believer’s life and why?

Taking it Home:
Pray through Paul’s list of prayers for your life this week. Also pray for others’ list as well.