Paul’s Concern for the Colossians Markers of Spiritual Growth Concern for the Brethren - v. 1 Heart That is Comforted - v. 2 Hearts Joined Together.

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Paul’s Concern for the Colossians

Markers of Spiritual Growth Concern for the Brethren - v. 1 Heart That is Comforted - v. 2 Hearts Joined Together in Love - v. 2 Understand the Mystery of God - v. 2 Walk in Good Order and Steadfastness of Faith - v. 5

How To Achieve Spiritual Growth Receive Christ as Lord - v. 6 Walk in Christ - vs. 6-7

Walking in Christ - vs. 6-7 Rooted in Christ Built up in Christ Established in Christ Abounding in Thanksgiving

How To Achieve Spiritual Growth Receive Christ as Lord - v. 6 Walk in Christ - vs. 6-7 Beware - v. 8

The Lord’s Concern for Us! Are we growing as we should? Are we doing what is necessary to grow?