The Supremacy of Christ | 3:18-4:1

The Supremacy of Christ | 3:18-4:1

Pastor Dan Mason continued our The Supremacy of Christ series by showing that Christ's lordship extends into our closest relationships. Walking through Colossians 3:18–4:1, he reminded us that the gospel is not only meant to transform our hearts but also the way we relate to our spouses, children, parents, coworkers, and those under our care. Rather than reflecting the world's pursuit of power or self-interest, Christian relationships are marked by sacrificial love, humility, honor, and faithful service because every role is ultimately lived before the Lord. Whether in the home or the workplace, we are called to embrace God's good design, treating one another with dignity and grace while working wholeheartedly for Christ. Pastor Dan concluded by reminding us that forgiveness and reconciliation are at the heart of the gospel, challenging us to consider whether our relationships reflect the supremacy of Jesus and pointing us to the One who enables us to love others as He has loved us.

The Supremacy of Christ | Colossians 3:12-17

Pastor Caleb Farrow preached from Colossians 3:12–17, reminding the church that those who have been chosen and loved by God are called to put on the character of Christ. Because our identity is rooted in the gospel rather than our performance, believers are to pursue compassion, humility, forgiveness, and love as they live in authentic Christian community. As the peace of Christ and the Word of God shape our hearts, our lives should be marked by gratitude, unity, and a desire to glorify Jesus in everything we do.

The Supremacy of Christ | Colossians 3:1-11

In this week's message from Colossians 3:1–11, Pastor Jeff Hollis reminded us that because we have been raised with Christ, we are called to set our minds on things above, put to death the sinful patterns of our old lives, and put on the new self that is continually being renewed in the image of our Creator. The Christian life is not a call to defeat sin in our own strength, but to live from the finished work of Jesus, relying on His Spirit and His Word as we wage war against sin and bring every area of life under Christ's loving rule. As we grow in Christlikeness, we are also united as one body, where earthly distinctions cannot define our standing before God because Christ is all, and in all. Pastor Jeff ultimately pointed us to the hope that Jesus is faithful: though the struggle with sin may last a lifetime, our future is eternity with Christ, where faith will become sight and we will be made whole.

The Supremacy of Christ | Colossians 2:16-23

In Colossians 2:16-23, Paul reminds the Colossian believers that because Christ has fulfilled the law and secured their salvation, they must not let anyone judge or disqualify them through man-made religious rules, dietary restrictions, special observances, mystical experiences, or extreme self-denial. These practices may appear wise or spiritual, but they cannot overcome the power of sin and often lead to legalism, pride, or confusion. Instead, believers are called to hold fast to Christ, the head of the Church, from whom true spiritual growth, unity, and maturity come. While every Christian continues to struggle with sin, victory is not found through self-made religion but through the finished work of Jesus, who offers forgiveness, freedom, and new life by His Spirit.

The Supremacy of Christ | Colossians 2:6-15

Pastor Matt Dean walks us through Colossians 2:6–15, where Paul urges believers to continue walking with Jesus in the same way they first received Him—by grace through faith—remaining rooted, strengthened, and thankful in Christ rather than being taken captive by worldly philosophies and human traditions. He warns that sincere belief alone is not enough; the object of our faith matters, and Christians are called to trust in Jesus Himself. Paul then reminds the church of the sufficiency and supremacy of Christ: Jesus is fully God, the head over every authority, and through His death and resurrection He has accomplished everything necessary for salvation. Those who trust in Him have been made alive, completely forgiven, freed from the debt of their sin, and united with Christ in His victory.