Deeper Christian Life Ministry

The Netherlands

SEARCH THE SCRIPTURES

13-10-2019

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…earnestly contend for the FAITH which was once delivered unto the SAINTS (Jude 3)
 Deeper Christian Life Ministry
The Netherlands

RECAP OF OUR LAST STUDY

“The believer’s risen life”: The risen life triumphs over sin and
the works of the flesh. It is a life of spiritual and holy service
with eternity in view. We must cease from the works of the
flesh and put on the character of Christ. Love is the virtue that
should mark us.
Our Christianity should be visible also at home. Wives are to
submit to their husbands while children should obey their
parents in line with the Scriptures. The husband’s love for the
wife must be selfless and sacrificial.
…earnestly contend for the FAITH which was once delivered unto the SAINTS (Jude 3)
 Deeper Christian Life Ministry
The Netherlands

TODAY’S STUDY:
LESSON 764: ADMONITION TO PRAYER AND GOOD CONDUCT
MEMORY VERSE: ……
“Continue in prayer and watch in the same with thanksgiving”
(Colossians 4:2).

TEXT: Colossians 4:1-18

…earnestly contend for the FAITH which was once delivered unto the SAINTS (Jude 3)
 Deeper Christian Life Ministry
The Netherlands

INTRODUCTION
Verse 1 of this chapter concludes the household duties that ended
chapter 3 with specific instruction to masters to be fair. Employment
in those days was mainly by masters who absorbed servants into their
household; hence the frequent mention of servants alongside other
household members. The rest of the chapter deals our duty to pray in
general and for ministers in particular. There is also general instruction
on holy conduct and appreciation of faithful companions in ministry.
• QUESTION 1: Why should employers ensure fairness and equity in
dealing with their workers? – Colossians 4:1; Ephesians 6: 9
…earnestly contend for the FAITH which was once delivered unto the SAINTS (Jude 3)
 Deeper Christian Life Ministry
The Netherlands

THE DEMAND FOR IMPORTUNATE PRAYING

Colossians 4:2-4; Ephesians 6:18-20; Luke 18:1; 1 Thessalonians 5:17
We are urged to pray continually and also be watchful and thankful
(1 Peter 5:8; Romans 12:12). Christ prayed before teaching His
disciples; His teaching on prayer is a model for ours (Luke 11:1-13;
Matthew 6:9-15). As a gospel ambassador, Paul requested specific
prayers to make his ministry successful: that there would be open
doors of ministry, that there would be boldness to preach, that souls
would be saved and believers might grow in grace. That should be
the focus of our prayer for the Church and ministers.

…earnestly contend for the FAITH which was once delivered unto the SAINTS (Jude 3)
 Deeper Christian Life Ministry
The Netherlands

THE DEMAND FOR IMPORTUNATE PRAYING

Colossians 4:2-4; Ephesians 6:18-20; Luke 18:1; 1 Thessalonians 5:17
• QUESTION 2: State the reasons Christians should embark on
importunate praying – 1 Peter 5:8, Isaiah 40:31, Philippians 4:6
• QUESTION 3: Why should we continuously pray for the church and
ministers? – Colossians 4:3; 1 Corinthians 16:9, Ephesians 6:18-20

…earnestly contend for the FAITH which was once delivered unto the SAINTS (Jude 3)
 Deeper Christian Life Ministry
The Netherlands

CHRISTLIKE CONDUCT AND ITS PROFITS

Colossians 4:5-6; 1 John 2:15-17; 2 Peter 1:3-7
We should conduct ourselves wisely in the world. We are expected
to communicate the gospel we preach by living like Christ. We should
not compromise the gospel or be worldly. We should “redeem the
time” by serving the Lord with zeal, avoiding time wastage and using
every opportunity to spread the gospel. Our speech should be with
grace. The answer of our mouth should have positive influence. That
is why our hearts must be filled with God’s word and grace.
• QUESTION 4: How does our conduct in the society influence the
gospel? – Colossians 4:5-6; 1 Peter 1:14-16; Romans 14:19
…earnestly contend for the FAITH which was once delivered unto the SAINTS (Jude 3)
 Deeper Christian Life Ministry
The Netherlands

APPRECIATION OF GOSPEL STEWARDS

Colossians 4:7-18; 2 Timothy 4:12,19
Paul concluded his epistle by acknowledging his companions. These
ministers were faithful in various ways, including teaching, running
errands, accompanying him in journey and offering their houses for
worship. This teaches us to be faithful in supporting ministers. It also
shows how a leader should appreciate faithful partners. Paul likewise
encouraged Archippus, a possibly slacking minister, to wake up. We
must stir one another up! He ended by asking for support in prayers.
• QUESTION 5: How can a leader’s appreciation and guidance
improve the spread of the gospel? – 1 Corinthians 16:10,11
…earnestly contend for the FAITH which was once delivered unto the SAINTS (Jude 3)
 Deeper Christian Life Ministry
The Netherlands

CONCLUSION
We are called to continual praying for ourseleves and for the
work of God. Also, as believers, our lives should reflect Christ
in the world. We should not ridicule the gospel through
compromise or worldliness. Our speech should be with grace
and wisdom. Moreover, we should be faithful in supporting
our leaders through personal sacrifice in ministry, giving our
resources for worship and prayer. Leaders should appreciate
faithful companions, thereby encouraging them in service.

…earnestly contend for the FAITH which was once delivered unto the SAINTS (Jude 3)