Illustrations from Colossians

Colossians 1:15-20Universal

Science Illustration: Curiosity and the Scientific Method

Imagine a young girl named Lila, peering curiously through the lens of a microscope for the very first time. Her eyes widen as she discovers a hidden world of cells and microorganisms, each teeming with life and complexity. It's awe-inspiring!...

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Devotional

Evening Prayer: Economic Justice and the Kingdom - Prayer

This devotional prayer emphasizes the importance of engaging with Economic Justice through a lens of love and compassion, reflecting God's character in our actions. It encourages believers to seek transformation not only in their personal lives but also in the world around them, advocating for justice and peace in alignment with God's kingdom.

Colossians 3:15Roman Catholic

Colossians 3:15Traditional

Putting Into Practice: Nonviolent Resistance - Illustration

Imagine a world where our faith is not just a private matter, but a powerful force for change. In Colossians 3:15, Paul writes, “Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were...

Colossians 1:15-20Universal

Nature Illustration: Ants and Small Wisdoms

One summer afternoon, I found myself mesmerized by a colony of ants marching diligently across my backyard. As I sat on the steps watching them, each tiny creature seemed to have a purpose, weaving in and out of blades of...

Colossians 1:15-20Black Church

A Modern Story of Wisdom

In our rapidly changing world, the call to seek Wisdom feels both urgent and daunting. Picture a young woman named Sarah, who recently graduated from college, stepping into the swirling uncertainties of adulthood. With her diploma in hand, she stands...

Commentary

Traditional Lens Commentary: Colossians 3:12-14

We read Colossians 3:12-14 as an exhortation to the elect of God to embody Christ-like virtues as evidence of their transformation through the gospel. This passage calls us to put on qualities such as compassion and humility, reflecting the new nature we have in Christ, and is rooted in our identity

Colossians 3:12-14Traditionalsanctificationthe elect

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Devotional

Evening Prayer: Climate Change and Hope - Biblical Insight

This devotional reflection emphasizes the importance of viewing Climate Change through a lens of hope and divine love. It calls for individuals to engage actively in justice and compassion, reflecting God's character while working towards the transformation of the world.

Colossians 3:15Christocentric

Colossians 1:15-20Eastern Orthodox

The Guilt Challenge

In our modern world, guilt can feel like an unwelcome companion, lurking in the shadows of our hearts and whispering lies that chip away at our joy and peace. I recall a story shared with me by a dear friend,...

Colossians 3:12-14Anglican

Finding Grief in Everyday Moments

In our fast-paced, often disorienting world, grief can feel like an uninvited guest, looming large and unyielding. It disrupts our routines, dims our laughter, and leaves us grappling with a profound sense of loss. But as people of faith, we...

Colossians 1:15-20Universal

Nature Illustration: Humanity as Image-Bearers in Creation

On a clear autumn afternoon, I found myself wandering through a local park, captivated by the vibrant canvas of leaves painted in scarlet and gold. As I admired the trees, I stumbled upon a small clearing where a child was...

Biblical Insight

Scriptural Insight: Goodness - Commentary

In the midst of our chaotic and often polarized world, the call to embody Goodness feels both daunting and essential. The passage from Colossians 1:15-20 reveals profound truths about Christ, who is described as the "image of the invisible God"...

Colossians 1:15-20Arminian/Wesleyan

Colossians 3:23-24Lutheranvocationevery station

Babette's Feast: Cooking as Divine Service - Lutheran (Colossians 3:23-24)

Imagine a humble kitchen in a small, windswept village nestled between rolling green hills—this is the world of Babette, a refugee who has found sanctuary among a group of devout Scandinavian Lutherans. With the flicker of candlelight dancing off the...

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Colossians 3:23-24Universal

Chariots of Fire: Ordered Work, Holy Rhythm - Anglican (Colossians 3:23-24)

In the heart of Scotland, there was a young man named Eric Liddell, a sprinter whose feet danced over the earth like the whispers of wind through the heather. As he prepared for the 1924 Paris Olympics, his days were...

Colossians 3:1-4Universal

The Deep-Sea Diver's Lifeline

In 2012, saturation diver Chris Lemons was working 300 feet beneath the North Sea when his umbilical — the cable supplying his air, heat, and...

Devotional

Quiet Time: Clobbering the Clobber Texts - Story

This devotional encourages reflection on how to engage with challenging biblical texts through the lens of love and justice. It emphasizes the importance of personal transformation in order to bring hope and healing to the world, aligning one's actions with God's character.

Colossians 3:15Christocentric

Devotional

Evening Prayer: Women and Church Leadership - Story

This devotional reflection emphasizes the importance of engaging with Women and Church Leadership through the lens of God's love and justice. It calls for personal transformation that leads to collective action for justice and healing in the world, encouraging individuals to honor the divine image in all people.

Colossians 3:15Roman Catholic

Lens Perspective

Unclench the Fist

In her memoir *Searching for Sunday*, Rachel Held Evans wrote about returning to church after years away, carrying wounds inflicted by people who claimed to...

Colossians 3:13Dispensationalforgiveness

Colossians 3:1-4Universal

The Painter Who Looked Higher

In 1888, the great art critic John Ruskin told Lilias Trotter she could become the finest painter in England. She had extraordinary talent — her...

Colossians 3:23-24Reformedsphere sovereigntypolitical calling

Amazing Grace: Political Work as Kingdom Work - Reformed (Colossians 3:23-24)

Imagine the bustling halls of the British Parliament in the late 18th century, filled with the clatter of boots on wooden floors, the rustle of parchment, and the passionate voices of men debating matters that could change the course of...

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Colossians 3:15Traditional

Putting Into Practice: Nonviolent Resistance - Contemporary Example

The content emphasizes the importance of Nonviolent Resistance as a means of personal and community transformation. It encourages individuals to reflect on their actions, engage with their communities, and seek God's guidance in promoting justice and peace. By committing to small acts of faithfulness, believers can contribute to systemic change and the advancement of God's kingdom.

Commentary

Traditional Lens Commentary: Colossians 3:18-4:1

We read this passage as a divine mandate for order and harmony in Christian households and relationships, reflecting Christ's lordship over all aspects of life. Paul's instructions to wives, husbands, children, and servants are not merely cultural artifacts but are grounded in the created order and

Colossians 3:18-4:1TraditionalBiblical authorityThe inherent dignity of all people as image-bearers

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Colossians 1:15-20Reformed

Living Out Grace - Teaching Material

As we reflect on Colossians 1:15-20, we are reminded of the profound truth that Christ is at the center of everything, the very embodiment of grace. Imagine for a moment the impact this revelation could have if we truly allowed...

Colossians 3:15Traditional

Putting Into Practice: Nonviolent Resistance - Teaching Material

The content emphasizes the importance of Nonviolent Resistance as a means of personal and community transformation, rooted in faith and guided by prayer. It encourages individuals to reflect on their actions, engage with their communities, and support organizations that promote justice, highlighting the potential for small acts of faithfulness to create significant change.