Crossway Christian Church

The text of Colossians 1:15-20 is most assuredly poetic, and could very well be an early Christian hymn dedicated to the supremacy and deity of Jesus Christ. In this first sermon about the poem, we will look at the nature of the divinity of the son, and try to clarify some confusion that surrounds the first verse, namely that Christ is the "firstborn of all creation."

It is commonplace for Christians to wonder what God desires for their life. Should I get a new job? How do I deal with my boss? What should I say to my Friend? Yet the Bible simply does not, and cannot, address these specific questions. Yet that does not mean that we do not know what God wants from us! Here Paul tells the Colossians what he prays for them, and give us a glimpse of what God's will...

Paul's letter to the Colossians is filled with joy and warning. He presses upon them to live lives "worthy of the Lord" and to be "mature in Christ." He also warns them against being deceived into following earthly patters. Thanksgiving plays a large role in that maturity, both as demonstrated in Paul's life and in what he desires for the Colossians.

Sermon for Installation Service for our Preaching Pastor Doug Wallaker.

This Psalm has something of David in it, but much more of Christ. It starts with expressions of devotion to God which may be applied to Christ but ends with such confidence of a resurrection, a resurrection that prevents corruption, that it must be applied to Christ and Christ alone. Both Peter in Acts 2 and Paul in Chapter 13 take note of David’s words yet speak of how they can not apply to David...

David begins this Psalm with a question, an important question. He asks the most important question that you will ever ask. He asks God who will sojourn in his tent, and who will dwell on his holy hill. Who can be in the presence of the Lord? It is the one whose life has been forever changed by the grace of God.

In our study of Psalms - since Psalm 3, David has been the Author. In Psalm 3 through 13 with Psalm 8 being the only exception, David’s theme has been the same, persecution and oppression of good men. David has been complaining of those who hated and persecuted him. Now, here in Psalm 14 he traces all those bitter actions to one source. And, he sees also that it is not only his enemies that have t...

Here we look at Psalm 13 and see suffering. As we walk through suffering, we should cry out to God for help, and rejoice knowing that he lovingly cares for his children.

It is supposed that David wrote this Psalm during Saul’s reign. Times were not good because the leadership of Saul was not good. Honest and personal integrity were in decline. David was under personal threat from his false friends and sworn enemies. It was hard for any man to know who could be trusted, Psalm 12 is a reflection of David’s heart.

Calling Christian leaders "pastor" or "shepherd" has a long and rich biblical tradition. In calling our leaders shepherds, we both unite them with the Lord Jesus Christ and indicate the nature of their ministry. Shepherds are to serve the flock of God, both by feeding them in the word and tending to their well-being. When pastors fulfill their calling, they both model the goodness of the Lord and...

Though we are tempted to flee in the face of earthly trials, we seek refuge and find our confidence in the Lord.

Today we conclude our study in the scriptural writings of the Apostle Peter. It has been evident Peter has a great love for his fellow believers. He is a contender for the true gospel of Jesus Christ, and he has sounded a loud and sure warning to believers to be on guard for false prophets and teachers. So, what does Peter do with his final words? Just say goodbye and say “see you soon!” No, he co...

According to God's timing, Jesus Christ will return to judge the world. Therefore as His people, live godly lives.

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This is how Paul ends what might be the greatest work of theology ever written. He shows us deep, rich theology is centered on Christ and is for the edification of his people. Specifically, his people gathered together as the Church. And it happens all to the glory of God.

Teaching matters.

Peter contends for the faith, a gospel message that is all the work of Jesus Christ and has backed up that truth with eyewitness accounts and the infallible Word of God.

Paul ends his teaching on the Christian life and begins sharing about his own ambitions for the gospel of Christ. What binds together these two sections of Romans 15 is the common concern they show for the partnership of God's people.

Peter continues to herald the truth of the glory of Christ in personal witness and prophetic word. This is a declaration of the certain truth and divine origin of the gospel of Christ.

God's sovereign calling and election of His people unto eternal life necessarily leads to lives of personal holiness and brotherly love.

In Christ, we have great freedom in many areas of our life. But that freedom should not be fought for at all costs. What we should see is this great truth: Christian fellowship is more important than Christian freedom.

As Christians, we have certain responsibilities that direct our lives. Rather than live aimlessly or selfishly, we are called to be God's people in the world. That entails certain duties and obligations in how we go about living our lives, not just in the church with one another but also in the world.

Here we see how to live out the Christian life in devotion. The kind of devotion that God's people should display. How to live out their faith before God.

We are reminded that Christians are exiles in this world. Here we look at a very important character quality required for the Christian life. It reminds us of our calling to honor Christ and to understand God's unending grace that is shown to us in every aspect of the Christian life.

Here we see the remnant of Israel, the Gentiles grafted in and the mystery of Israel's salvation.