We need 2 cookies to store this setting. New International Version (NIV). For less than $5/mo. Click to enable/disable _gat_* - Google Analytics Cookie. But it is equally clear that they meant to represent slavery as a hard and undesirable condition; that they intended to instruct the slaves to embrace the earliest opportunity to be free which was presented 1 Corinthians 7:21; and that they meant to suggest such considerations, and to lay down such principles as would lead masters to emancipate their slaves, and thus ultimately to abolish it. ESV Text Edition: 2016. Click to enable/disable _ga - Google Analytics Cookie. What would be just and equal to a man in those circumstances? In this daily devotional Pastor Guzik gives us an encouraging Word from the Scriptures for everyday. English Standard Version (ESV). (2) that they were all redeemed by the same Saviour, and were brethren; 1 Timothy 6:2; Plm 1:16. Changes will take effect once you reload the page. What do you find most difficult about witnessing? (b) If a man should in fact render to his slaves "that which is just and equal," would he not restore them to freedom? Yet one can never blame Christianity for slavery; it was a universal practice that pre-dated both Christianity and the Jewish nation. We panic: What should I say? These cookies are strictly necessary to provide you with services available through our website and to use some of its features. 1. Click to enable/disable _gid - Google Analytics Cookie. iv. Paul goes on (4:3) to ask for prayer for his own witness, but these verses also apply to our witness: A private walk with God in prayer is the foundation for verbal witness. By submitting your email address, you understand that you will receive email communications from Bible Gateway, a division of The Zondervan Corporation, 3900 Sparks Drive SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 USA, including commercial communications and messages from partners of Bible Gateway. The fool disregards Gods commandments about how to live, but the wise man skillfully orders his life according to Gods Word so that the results are like a finely crafted piece of furniture. He taught his students to make a list of the people in what he called concentric circles of concern. You are in the center of the circleyouve got to be right with God before you can be His witness. Witness is always an overflow of our walk. If he were disposed to earn his own living, he would not need the labor of slaves. 2:11-3:7). He exhorts to the duty of prayer ( ver 2-4 ), and to a prudent and decent conduct 16:7]. He refers to it as the mystery of Christ, for which I have also been imprisoned. He does not mean that the gospel is mysterious or difficult to understand. Not equality of condition, but the brotherly equality growing out of the Christian relation in which there is neither bond nor free. 4Masters, treat your bondservants[a] justly and fairly, knowing that you also have a Master in heaven. By proceeding, you consent to our cookie usage. If you do not want that we track your visit to our site you can disable tracking in your browser here: We also use different external services like Google Webfonts, Google Maps, and external Video providers. He quickly moves in before the opportunity is gone. b. Taken together, these words show that in Jesus we are pure and cant even be justly accused of impurity. Among these principles are such as these: (1) That all men were of one and the same blood; Acts 17:26. Like seeing someone in a burning building who needs to be rescued, seeing his desperate situation will help you overcome your fears. iii. But Jesus Christ can deliver you from bondage to those things. I could have given her a tract or a Gospel of John. It is a truth that can only be known by revelation and not by intuition. Cheerfully be home when they tell you to be home. c. To present you holy, and blameless, and above reproach in His sight: This is the result of Gods work of reconciliation. But the Lord doesnt want us to be silent witnesses or muggers for Jesus. He wants us to be wise witnesses who live godly lives and who take advantage of every opportunity to talk graciously to lost people about the Savior. The term afflictions of Christ is never associated with the redemptive suffering of Jesus upon the cross. We may request cookies to be set on your device. If you refuse cookies we will remove all set cookies in our domain. Every person, whether Jew or Gentile, now can enjoy right standing and equal access to God through faith in Christ (Col. 1:26-27; Eph. All rights reserved. 14(W)Luke the beloved physician greets you, as does (X)Demas. Our grade depended on the evaluations of our classmates, so we tried to pick topics that would generate the most interest: Should drugs be legalized? No one ever yet became the permanent owner of a slave from benevolence to him, or because he desired to pay him fully for his work, or because he meant himself to work in order to maintain his slave in indolence. Classic theologians use the Latin term deus absconditus to refer to the hidden God, the God than cannot be clearly seen or known. You will be kind and humble, letting the other person know that were all sinners who would be on the way to hell, were it not for Gods grace. Dont forget that the person youre speaking with is an outsider. He is outside of Christ, outside of Gods forgiveness, and headed for eternal judgment. Cheerfully clean your room without being asked. If you expect favour at his hands, when he comes to distribute rewards and punishments, show it now to your inferiors, who will then appear as your fellow servants, when you must give an account of your stewardship, Matthew 24:49-51, with Luke 16:2. There can be no doubt that not a few who were converted to the Christian faith were held to involuntary servitude (see 1 Corinthians 7); and it is as clear that the apostles did not design to make a violent disruption of these bonds, or to lead the slaves to rise and murder their masters; see the notes at 1 Timothy 6:1-4. Rather, the word mystery refers to a truth that was previously unknown, but now has been revealed. I believe that there are reasonable answers to it. No software to install. And equal; ye are likewise to give them that which is equal, or equitable, as well as just, which implies you should not be cruel to them, or discourage them; as you expect they should serve you with good will, so you should govern them wisely, and be good and gentle to them, Psalm 101:2 1 Peter 2:18, who are faithful, allowing them seasonable rest and refreshment, Deu 15:14, not despising their prudent answers, Job 31:13,14, but showing them favour in sickness as well as in health, 2 Kings 5:5,6 Pr 14:35 Matthew 8:6. They will not feel the love and the support from their parents like they should, and they will come to believe that the whole world is against them because they feel their parents are against them. Has he not been cut off from them by denying him the equality to which he is entitled in the arrangements of God's government? But to witness effectively to your family, to relatives, or to those who know you well, youve got to repair your damaged relationships by asking forgiveness. not the particular offices of their servants, but, according to general rules of right reason, that which, by the law of God, nature, and nations, is common to and incumbent on all relatives, Romans 13:7,8 Ga 5:13 Ephesians 6:9. For I want you to know what a great conflict I have for you and those in Laodicea, and for as many as have not seen my face in the flesh, a. He always prays earnestly for you, asking God to make you strong and perfect, fully confident that you are following the whole will of God. Please be aware that this might heavily reduce the functionality and appearance of our site. Our website uses cookies to store user preferences. For you serve the Lord Christ: The force of this unusual phrase (Paul nowhere else allows the titles Lord and Christ to stand together without the name Jesus as well) could be brought out by a paraphrase: so work for the true Master Christ! (Wright). Youve got to show the peace of Christ on the job when the boss puts stress on everyone. c. Fathers, do not provoke your children: Children have a responsibility to obey, but parents here, put into one as fathers have a responsibility to not provoke their children. a. The Book of Exodus; The Book of Judges; The Book of Ruth; The Book of 1 Samuel; The Book of 2 Samuel; The Book of 1 Kings; The Book of 2 Kings Meanwhile, look for needs that you can help meet in each of those circles. Theseafflictions are not yet complete, and in this sense Jesus still suffers as He ministers through His people. His death on the cross was substitutionary. A life of thankfulness stems from submitting your life to Gods sovereign hand. Devote yourselves to prayer, keeping alert in it with an attitude of thanksgiving (4:2). If you do not want that we track your visit to our site you can disable tracking in your browser here: We also use different external services like Google Webfonts, Google Maps, and external Video providers. c. But he who does wrong will be repaid for what he has done: When a Christian worker does poorly in his job, he should not expect special leniency from his boss, especially if his boss is a Christian. Since the message of the cross is foolishness to the natural man, as you share pray silently that God would graciously open the persons eyes to the truth. Paul asked for prayer so that when God opened the door, he would speak forth the gospel. v. Of course, this agape love is the kind of love Jesus has for His people and this is the love husbands should imitate towards their wives (Ephesians 5:25). By proceeding, you consent to our cookie usage. 5(F)Walk in wisdom toward (G)outsiders, making the best use of the time. They were, therefore, dependent on the equity and kindness of their masters. You can also change some of your preferences. b. 2(A)Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it (B)with thanksgiving. WebI. We fully respect if you want to refuse cookies but to avoid asking you again and again kindly allow us to store a cookie for that. Select or enter an amount $ May contain only numbers and periods. It will be noted that this section is far longer than the other two; and its length may well be due to long talks which Paul had with the runaway slave, Onesimus, whom later he was to send back to his master Philemon. (Barclay), iii. Therefore, they should do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men. 8I am sending him to you for the express purpose that you may know about our[b] circumstances and that he may encourage your hearts. That failure to tell Ralph about Jesus motivated me to get some training in how to share my faith. To illustrate that it is impossible to save ourselves by good works, picture swimming to Hawaii with no boat or flotation devices. 15Please give my greetings to our brothers and sisters[b] at Laodicea, and to Nympha and the church that meets in her house. To show what it means to trust in Christ, talk about getting on an airplane or use the story of the tightrope walker carrying a man across Niagara Falls on his shoulders. Has he "equal" rights, and "equal" privileges with other men? 18I, Paul, (AC)write this greeting with my own hand. Note that blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience on our websites and the services we are able to offer. Cheerfully help out with family chores. i. The word struggling [striving], whose root can mean to compete in the games, carries, as of then in Paul, the idea of athletic contest: Paul does not go about his work half-heartedly, hoping vaguely that grace will fill in the gaps which he is too lazy to work at himself. (Wright), 2018 David Guzik No distribution beyond personal use without permission. Suddenly, you get an opportunity to talk with a lost person about Christ. From 1977-1992 he was the pastor of Lake Gregory Community Church in Crestline, California. And this was the status of the majority of professional people such as teachers and doctors as well as that of menials and craftsmen. (Vaughan). We use cookies to let us know when you visit our websites, how you interact with us, to enrich your user experience, and to customize your relationship with our website. 10My fellow prisoner Aristarchus(Q) sends you his greetings, as does Mark,(R) the cousin of Barnabas. Colossians 4:6 in all English translations. Colossians 1:21-2:7 The Treasures Hidden in Jesus. It is commanded of parents to do everything they can to not provoke their children. That stuff is ruining your life. To Prayer: Wisdom in Relation to the Unconverted: As to the Bearers of the Epistle, Tychicus and Onesimus: Closing Salutations.1. ii. In this regard, have some helpful illustrations to explain the gospel. WebDavid Guzik. Please see our Privacy Policy for cookie usage details. Let your speech always be with grace. In light of Pauls repeated emphasis on grace, this probably means that our presentation of the gospel should be permeated with Gods grace, the message that He gives salvation as a free gift to sinners who deserve His judgment. If you saw the sermon title and came to church anyway, I commend you for your bravery! And fill up in my flesh what is lacking in the afflictions of Christ: This word afflictions is never used for the suffering of Jesus on the cross. Copyright, Steven J. Cole, 2010, All Rights Reserved. 17And say to (AA)Archippus, See that you fulfill (AB)the ministry that you have received in the Lord.. Prayer, Earnest and Awake - Col. 4:2-4 It is important for Christians to continue in godly conduct, but we are not saved by our godly conduct. You can also change some of your preferences. So, prayer is the first step in wise witnessing. That this in what Paul means by the mystery, see Eph 3:3, etc. (Clarke). 3And pray for us, too, that God may open a door(C) for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery(D) of Christ, for which I am in chains. It especially referred to the truth that salvation, which had previously been revealed only to the Jews, was now available to the Gentiles. They said this is rare with Russian families and they noticed the difference. (b) If a man should in fact render to his slaves "that which is just and equal," would he not restore them to freedom? When Paul says that we are to walk with wisdom toward outsiders, he means that we are to live in line with Gods Word so that those who are not Christians will see the beauty of our lives and relationships that reflect Jesus Christ. But I missed the opportunity. Is homosexuality wrong? We provide you with a list of stored cookies on your computer in our domain so you can check what we stored. To illustrate that truth is narrow and there is only one way to God, use the analogy of taking the right medicine. Click to enable/disable Google Analytics tracking. i. If the gospel teaches the final perseverance of the saints, it teaches at the same time that the saints are those who finally persevere in Christ. He was able to see that his sufferings worked something good for others, so he could say that his sufferings were for the Colossians and other Christians. Would you like to trust in Christ as your Savior and Lord right now? He paid the debt that sinners deserve. He wouldnt hold back in either area it was for every man, and he presented it in all wisdom. Web4:1 The apostle proceeds with the duty of masters to their servants. If I can give you a reasonable answer, would you then commit your life to Christ?, Usually, the person will waffle: Well, I have a lot of questions. What are they? There are a lot of them. Ill then explain that the real issue is, Who is Jesus Christ? If He is who He claimed to be, then we all will stand before Him in judgment. Click to enable/disable Google reCaptcha. And you should read the letter I wrote to them. ii. (N) 9He is coming with Onesimus,(O) our faithful and dear brother, who is one of you. Instead, one should see that the abolition of slavery came from Christian people and impulses, and not from any other major religion and certainly not from secularism. In Ephesians masters are not to think that God is influenced by social position; in the present passage, slaves are not to act unscrupulously just because they know men treat them as irresponsible chattel. (Vaughan). Not only justice is required of them, but strict equity and kindness. Being a Christian should make us more responsible, not less responsible. (3) that they were to "render them that which was just and equal." As we were leaving late in the day to return to the city, a young couple asked if they could ride back with us. I now rejoice in my sufferings for you, and fill up in my flesh what is lacking in the afflictions of Christ, for the sake of His body, which is the church. If you refuse cookies we will remove all set cookies in our domain. Fathers, do not provoke your children, lest they become discouraged. Employees have a God-ordained role of obedience and submission to their employers or supervisors. The word witnessing strikes fear and guilt into most of us. As a sinner who has received grace, you wont speak in a condescending or condemning manner to another sinner. You may unsubscribe from Bible Gateways emails at any time. The apostle here, probably, refers to bondmen or slaves, and the propriety of this rule is apparent. Note that blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience on our websites and the services we are able to offer. (1) Just and equal.The word equal, or, rather, the substantive so translated, has the sense either of equity or equality. The former is far commoner (especially in connection with justice), and probably all that is intended here. Always keep in mind that every persons primary need is to meet Jesus Christ personally. Each person must see that he is a sinner under Gods righteous judgment. As he doth here require masters to do their servants right, give to them that which is their due for soul and body, Genesis 18:19 Exodus 12:44; with respect to work, that it be neither too much nor too little, Proverbs 12:10 29:21; to food, that it be convenient for nourishment, not luxury, Proverbs 27:27 31:15 Luke 12:42 15:17; wages, Exodus 2:21 Jam 5:4; and recompence, Deu 15:13. But a wise walk always begins in private and then spills over into public. But Gods strength in Pauls life didnt mean that he did nothing. Buy up the opportunities to tell sinners the best news in the world! Continuance is the test of reality. (Bruce). Fear, because weve all experienced the churning stomach that sweeps over us the instant a witnessing opportunity comes up. If he says, I believe in evolution, or, How can a good God allow all the suffering in the world? you can reply, Thats a good question. Exhortations Continued. c. For the sake of His body, which is the church: Paul did not suffer for himself in the way that an ascetic might. Masters, give your bondservants what is just and fair, knowing that you also have a Master in heaven. (1) Persons of all ranks to persevere in prayer, and Christian prudence. It isnt our own hard work or devotion to God, or the power of our own spirituality. We can read this passage and think that Paul means, Husband, be kind to your wife. Or Husband, be nice to your wife. There is no doubt that for many marriages, this would be a huge improvement. Should a shy person be bold? Feel free to contribute! Will be repaid and there is no partiality: For ancient Christian slaves and for modern Christian workers, there is no guarantee on earth of fairness of treatment from those whom they work for. Have you ever felt that you muddled the gospel message? 11Jesus (the one we call Justus) also sends his greetings. For these, they must not only honor their father and mother (as in Ephesians 6:2), but they must also obey them, and obey them in all things. He and Tychicus will tell you everything thats happening here. i. This mystery among the Gentiles: which is Christ in you: The wonder and glory of the abiding, indwelling Jesus was not clearly revealed in the Old Testament, especially that He would abide in the Gentiles. Would it not be. Remember that you also have a Masterin heaven. There can be no doubt that not a few who were converted to the Christian faith were held to involuntary servitude (see 1 Corinthians 7); and it is as clear that the apostles did not design to make a violent disruption of these bonds, or to lead the slaves to rise and murder their masters; see the notes at 1 Timothy 6:1-4. WebColossians 4:12New International Version. (Arabic) , Nederlandstalige Bijbelstudies door Stan Marinussen, Copyright - Enduring Word       |      . We need 2 cookies to store this setting. 17Tell Archippus:(AE) See to it that you complete the ministry you have received in the Lord.(AF), 18I, Paul, write this greeting in my own hand. Because these cookies are strictly necessary to deliver the website, refusing them will have impact how our site functions. WebClarke's Commentary. Theyll just assume that youre a moral person. More than half the people seen on the streets of the great cities of the Roman world were slaves. ii. NIV, Thinline Bible/Journal Pack, Large Print, Leathersoft, Turquoise, Comfort Print, NIV, Verse Mapping Bible, Comfort Print: Find Connections in Scripture Using a Unique 5-Step Process, NIV, Beautiful Word Bible Journal, Galatians, Paperback, Comfort Print, NIV, Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible, Red Letter Edition: Bringing to Life the Ancient World of Scripture, NIV, Story of Jesus: Experience the Life of Jesus as One Seamless Story, NIV, Biblical Theology Study Bible, Comfort Print: Follow Gods Redemptive Plan as It Unfolds throughout Scripture. Etc. Now it can be known, because it now has been revealed to His saints. Put off the old man. Since these providers may collect personal data like your IP address we allow you to block them here. Knowing that ye also have a Master in heaven; and that upon this weighty reason, intimated before, that he above, whom you serve, will treat you as you do them; this you may be assured of, Ephesians 6:8,9. Please see our Privacy Policy for cookie usage details. Click to enable/disable Google reCaptcha. 36:1, 2). 2Devote yourselves to prayer,(B) being watchful and thankful. Here was an opportunity to tell Ralph about Christ, but I just stammered, No, Im not putting you on. That this verse doth refer to the foregoing chapter, and that it was unadvisedly divided from it, is generally agreed. I really believe what I say in class. But I never mentioned Jesus Christ. Remember 1 Samuel 15:23: For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft. Hidden from ages and generations: This reminds us that there are aspects to Gods plan that were not clearly revealed in the Old Testament. Changes will take effect once you reload the page. One day after class, Ralph cornered me and said, Hey, man, do you really believe all that stuff that you say in class or are you just putting us on? My brain froze. Pauls main focus is continuing in the truth of the gospel (continue in the faith not moved away from the hope of the gospel which you heard). i. Paul attaches no atoning value whatever to his own sufferings for the church. (Robertson), ii. So talk about the content of the gospel. Though, therefore, it may be true that this passage only enjoins the rendering of that which was" just" and "equal" in their condition as slaves, yet it contains a principle which would" lay the axe at the root" of slavery, and would lead a conscientious Christian to the feeling that his slaves ought to be free. These cookies are strictly necessary to provide you with services available through our website and to use some of its features. 13For I bear him witness that he has worked hard for you and for those in Laodicea and in Hierapolis. WebColossians 4:6New International Version. Click to enable/disable _gid - Google Analytics Cookie. It opens the door for verbal witness. What will I say if he asks me a question I cant answer? The computer goes dead and theres no battery backup! When this is the case, it doesnt justify the bad behavior of the child, but it may explain part of its cause. Bondservants, obey in all things your masters according to the flesh, not with eyeservice, as men-pleasers, but in sincerity of heart, fearing God. b. Thompsons thesis was that the most effective evangelism takes place in the context of loving relationships where lost people can see the changes that Jesus Christ is making in your life. These cookies are strictly necessary to provide you with services available through our website and to use some of its features. The First Person of the Holy Trinity is called the Father; the Second Person of the Holy Trinity is called the Son. WebColossians 1:21-2:7 The Treasures Hidden in Jesus September 7, 2017 / by Enduring Word Colossians 2:8-23 -Against Philosophies, Empty Deceit, and the Tradition of Men See on Plm 1:16. 4Masters, be just and fair to your slaves. When a child respects his parents authority, he is respecting Gods order of authority in other areas of life. Finally then, brethren, we urge and exhort in the Lord Jesus that you should abound more and more, just as you received from us how you ought to walk and to please God; for you know what commandments we gave you through the Lord Jesus. If he should make him "equal" in rights to himself, or to what he is by nature, would he not emancipate him? But the way you talk about that content is also important: Paul tells us (4:6), Be gracious; be interesting; be sensitive.. People are watching us. You can also change some of your preferences. ( 1 Thessalonians 4:1-2) How to walk and to please God. The Latin theological term deus revelatus refers to the revealed God. In Jesus, the deus absconditus has become the deus revelatus. But this will always prompt you to accept/refuse cookies when revisiting our site. 1. giveGreek "render": literally, "afford.". David Guzik is the pastor of Calvary Chapel Santa Barbara, California. Click to enable/disable Google Analytics tracking. You are free to opt out any time or opt in for other cookies to get a better experience. Colossians 1:1-20 The Person and Work of Jesus Christ. 50+ reference books. Due to security reasons we are not able to show or modify cookies from other domains. Sign up now for the latest news and deals from Bible Gateway! Paul assures both our ancient brethren and us that there is a final rewarding and punishment, and with this there is no partiality. Can he be held at all without violating all the just notions of equality? In most parenting problems, the parent blames the child. That should be our mindset as well. 2 Continue in prayer, and watch in the same with thanksgiving; 3 Withal praying also for us, that God would open unto us a door of utterance, to speak the mystery of Christ, for which I am also in bonds: Click on the different category headings to find out more. Paul develops this theme in Colossians 4:2-6. Children, obey your parents in all things: Paul has in mind children who are still in their parents household and under their authority. 16After this letter has been read to you, see that it is also read(AD) in the church of the Laodiceans and that you in turn read the letter from Laodicea. Sometimes partiality means that bad workers are unfairly rewarded and good employees are penalized or left unrewarded. (a) to compensate him fairly for his labor; to furnish him an adequate remuneration for what he had earned? What do you do? We use cookies to let us know when you visit our websites, how you interact with us, to enrich your user experience, and to customize your relationship with our website. Click to enable/disable essential site cookies. Paul says, That doesnt matter, husband. The husband may feel perfectly justified in his harsh or unloving attitude and actions towards his wife, but he is not justified no matter how the wife has been towards the husband. I was locking my bike when a homeless woman approached me. 4Pray that I will proclaim this message as clearly as I should. , Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers. Warning every man and teaching every man in all wisdom: Paul wanted the whole gospel for the whole world. i. Before you talk to a person about God, talk to God about that person. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. They were, therefore, dependent on the equity and kindness of their masters. Web2 Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving. God promises to reward those who work with that kind of heart. 6Let your conversation be gracious and attractive[a] so that you will have the right response for everyone. What has the slave done to forfeit his liberty? 9I am also sending Onesimus, a faithful and beloved brother, one of your own people. (2-6) The apostle refers to others for an account of his affairs. i. Therefore, the aim of this epistle, and, indeed, of all apostolic work is admonishing and teaching every man toward the realization of perfection in Christ, because that issues in the perfecting of the whole Church. (Morgan), ii. i. Deepen your knowledge of Scripture for less than $5/mo. Exhortations Continued. They have no problem accosting total strangers and giving them the pitch, even if the poor guy shows no interest in talking. This work was for every man. b. a. 3Pray for us, too, that God will give us many opportunities to speak about his mysterious plan concerning Christ. Start your free trial today! This means that God is revealed to us in Jesus. (7-9) Sends greetings; and concludes with a blessing. Colossians 2:8-23 -Against Philosophies, Empty Deceit, and the Tradition of Men. ii. I still remember from about 45 years ago one of my earliest failures at witnessing. When a child is grown and out of his parents household, he is no longer under the same obligation of obedience, but the obligation to honor your father and mother remains. We often think of witnessing as going out on the street to person X, whom we do not know and probably will never see again. Our website uses cookies to store user preferences. Or, picture a careful shopper who knows that all of the sale items will be gone within the first hour. 14Luke, the beloved doctor, sends his greetings, and so does Demas. 4Masters, provide your slaves with what is right and fair,(A) because you know that you also have a Master in heaven. Over the years Ive prayed for Ralph, that someone else would give him the clear witness that I failed to give him. To them God willed to make known what are the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles: which is Christ in you, the hope of glory. In Ephesians 6:9 Paul addressed masters and warned them that there was no partiality with God. We use cookies to let us know when you visit our websites, how you interact with us, to enrich your user experience, and to customize your relationship with our website. But what we cannot do, God did. 2018 David Guzik No distribution beyond personal use without permission. ii. So it is even more important for Christians to continue in the truth of the gospel because we are saved by grace through faith. a. I now rejoice in my sufferings for you: Paul wrote this from a Roman jail. Ask pointed questions: Have you sinned against God? Can he be held at all without violating all the just notions of equality? We may request cookies to be set on your device. Click to enable/disable essential site cookies. So she gets to the store early to take advantage of the good deals. What Does It Mean to Walk in the Spirit? (a) to compensate him fairly for his labor; to furnish him an adequate remuneration for what he had earned? The specific mystery Paul refers to here deals with many aspects of the work of Jesus in His people, but especially the plan of the church, to make one body out of Jew and Gentile, taken from the trunk of Israel, yet not Israel. You always can block or delete cookies by changing your browser settings and force blocking all cookies on this website. New Living Translation (NLT). (3) that they were to "render them that which was just and equal." Here, he warned servants that there is no partiality with God. Genuine saving faith is inseparable from heartfelt repentance. He lived in perfect obedience to the Father. Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Has he not been reduced to his present condition by withholding that which is "equal?" Ive seen two extremes in witnessing. Alford translates, "fairness," "equity," which gives a large and liberal interpretation of justice in common matters (Phm 16). WebKing James Version. Fear, because weve all experienced the churning stomach that sweeps over us the instant a witnessing See on Ephesians 6:9.Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary4:1 The apostle proceeds with the duty of masters to their servants. (AG) Remember(AH) my chains. 7Tychicus(L) will tell you all the news about me. Thats why thankfulness in prayer is important (4:2). Children, obey your parents in all things, for this is well pleasing to the Lord. It is characteristic of Paul that he should here use three figures incongruous with each other to express the same idea, the figures of walking, being rooted, and built up. 3 And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for But this would strike a blow at the root of slavery - for one of the elementary principles of it is, that there must be "unrequited labor;" that is, the slave must earn as much more than he receives as will do his part in maintaining the master in idleness, for it is of the very essence of the system that he is to be maintained in indolence by the slaves which he owns - or just so far as he owns a slave. Expand Context Summary Colossians 4:26 completes the main substance of Paul's letter. Salt had two main uses in Pauls day. Parents can provoke their children by being too harsh, too demanding, too controlling, unforgiving, or just plain angry. Though, therefore, it may be true that this passage only enjoins the rendering of that which was" just" and "equal" in their condition as slaves, yet it contains a principle which would" lay the axe at the root" of slavery, and would lead a conscientious Christian to the feeling that his slaves ought to be free. Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, to the saints and faithful brethren in Christ who are in Colosse: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. gain access to 50+ premium resources to enhance your study of Scripture. But to the one who does not work, but believes in Him who justifies the ungodly, his faith is credited as righteousness., John 3:16: For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life.. 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