1. Shoutfor joy to the LORD, allthe earth
Worship the LORD withgladness
Come before Him withjoyfulsongs!
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2. It is of littlegood if you and I can declareand
defend the truthof the Gospel but failto show it
intheway we live.
“They claim toknow God, but by their actions, they
deny Him.”
- Titus 1:16
3. Colossians 3:1-2
1 Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set
your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated
at the right hand of God. 2 Set your minds on things
above, not on earthly things.
Colossians 3:12-17
12 Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly
loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness,
humility, gentleness and patience. 13 Bear with each
other and forgive one another if any of you has a
grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord
forgave you. 14 And over all these virtues put on love,
whichbinds them all together inperfect unity.
4. Colossians 3:12-17
15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as
members of one body you were called to peace. And
be thankful. 16 Let the message of Christ dwell among
you richly as you teach and admonish one another
with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs
from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your
hearts.
Colossians 3:12-17
17 And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do
it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to
God the Fatherthrough Him.
5. “… Having been buried with Him in baptism, in
which you were also raised with Him through
your faith in the working of God, who raised Him
from the dead…”
- Colossians 2:12
6. set your mind on things above,
not on things below
- Colossians 3:2
7. “The one who is married is concerned
about the things of the world, how he
may please his wife, and his interests
aredivided”
- 1 Corinthians7:33
8. A heavenward gaze will help you navigate through the waters of
this life and encourage us to press forward in our lives.
9. Therefore, as God’schosen people,holy and dearly
loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness,
humility,gentlenessand patience.
- Colossians 3:12
10. We were living dead– physically
alive but spiritually dead
14. The closer weare toGod,themore werealize that weare
one bodyand one family.
15. How do I know if I’m doing God’s will?
One answer is the
peace ofChrist
in your heart.
16. “… and through Him to reconcile to himself
all things, whether things on earth or things
in heaven, by making peace through His
blood,shed on the cross.”
- Colossians1:20
17. “But He was pierced for our transgressions, He was crushed for
our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on
Him, and by His wounds we arehealed.”
- Isaiah 53:5
18. “Peace I leave with you, My peace I give you.
I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your heart be
troubled anddo not be afraid.”
- John 14:27
19. Let the Word of Christ
dwell (feelat home) in you
richly.
- Colossians 3:16a
TheChristianfoundation is the Word of God
20. The Bible is our life manual
It will keep us away from sin
And sin will keep us from the Bible
AllScriptureis inspired byGodis usefulfor teachingthetruth, rebuking error,
correcting faults& givinginstructionfor right living, so thattheperson who serves God
maybe fully qualified & equippedto do every good deed.”
2 Timothy3:16-17
21. “…Sing psalms, hymns & spiritualsong with
thanksgivingin your hearts to God.”
- Colossians 3:16b
“Sing and make music in your heart tothe
Lord”
- Ephesians5:19
22. FILL your heartwith song
FILL your homeswith Christian music
FILL your daywith worship
24. “6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and
petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the
peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts
and your minds in Christ Jesus. 8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is
true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is
lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—
think about such things.”
- Philippians 4:6-8
25. “And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it in the
name of the Lord Jesus Christ.”
- Colossians 3:17
26. Ask yourself:
a) Can I do this activity/this relationship/this job in the
name of the Lord Jesus Christ?
b) Would this be to His glory?
c) Can I expect Him to bless it?
d) Would I want to be doing this when He comes back
again?
27. • Let the Peace of God reign in our hearts.
• Let the Word of Christ dwell in our hearts.
• Sing Praises to God.
• Be thankful.
• Do allthings inJesus’ Name.
28. Shoutfor joy to the LORD, allthe earth
Worship the LORD withgladness
Come before Him withjoyfulsongs!
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29. Amazing grace, how sweet
the sound
That saved a wretch like me
I once was lost but now am found
Was blind but now I see
“Amazing Grace/My chains are gone” by Chris Tomlin
30. T’was grace that taught my
heart to fear
And grace my fears relieved
How precious did that grace appear,
the hour I first believed
31. My chains are gone
I’ve been set free
My God, my Saviour
has ransomed me
32. And like a flood
His mercy reigns
Unending love
Amazing grace
33. Through many dangers,
toils and snares
I have already come
‘Tis grace hath brought me
safe thus far
And grace will lead me home
34. My chains are gone
I’ve been set free
My God, my Saviour
has ransomed me
35. And like a flood
His mercy reigns
Unending love
Amazing grace
36. My chains are gone
I’ve been set free
My God, my Saviour
has ransomed me
37. And like a flood
His mercy reigns
Unending love
Amazing grace