The Truth
January 8, 2023 Pastor: Bryan Glisson Series: Smoke & Mirrors
Scripture: Colossians 2:1–7
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Message
SMOKE & MIRRORS
“The Truth”
Colossians 2:1-7
Introduction: The best way not to be taken in by that, which is false, is to know (from facts to experience) that which is true.
A Prayer That Truth Would Be Experienced (Colossians 2:1)
That Truth will be Appropriated
--hearts strengthened (Colossians 2:2a)
--love undeniable (Colossians 2:2b)
--mystery understood (Colossians 2:2c-3)
That Error will be Avoided
--from deceptive persuasive words (Colossians 2:4)
--to steadfast faith (Colossians 2:5)
A Pattern That Truth Would Be Established
Justification (Colossians 2:6a)
--instant—“received Christ Jesus the Lord”
--initiated by the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 12:3)
--has been declared righteous (Romans 5:1)
--has been redeemed & reconciled (Romans 5:10)
--has been saved from sin’s penalty (1 John 4:10)
--has been given spiritual gifts (1 Corinthians 12:11)
--has started the race (2 Timothy 4:7)
Sanctification (Colossians 2:6b-7)
--process—"walk” “rooted” “built up” “established” “abounding in gratitude”
--influenced by the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 5:18)
--is being transformed (2 Corinthians 3:16-18)
--is being renewed (2 Corinthians 4:16)
--is being saved from sin’s power (Romans 8:5)
--is producing spiritual fruit (Galatians 5:22-23)
--is running the race (Hebrews 12:1-2a)
Application: Are you experiencing the truth and reality of Jesus, or do you just know facts about Him?
Is your faith rooted, built up, and established in God’s Word to the point that it could withstand the deception and fallacies of this world?
Giving
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Better Together Marriage Weekend
2/3 Friday 6-8:45PM
2/4 Saturday 8:15AM-3:15PM
Combining knowledge of how God created our mind, will & emotions with how His Word calls us to relate with grace & love. $40 registration includes: workbook, dessert & coffee Friday night, breakfast & lunch Saturday, and childcare.
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Experience the Holy Land
November 8-17, 2023
Join PCC for a 10-day tour of Israel! Hosted by Bryan & Jonathan Glisson, this trip will visit sites such as Galilee, Mt Carmel, Bethlehem, & Jerusalem!
Brief Interest Meetings:
Sunday, January 22 at 11:00am OR 12:15pm in Room 3
Cost (all inclusive): $4,747
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Student Pastor Search Committee
Amy Bridges
Megan Fuller
Andy Gardner
Jonathan Glisson
Wesley Greene
Alexis Merritt
Terrany Wright
Welcome New Member
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Prodigal Prayer Group
Today - 11am - Prayer Room
A group committed to praying for family members who are away from the LORD. We will be meeting the 2nd Sunday of each month at 11 am. For more information, contact Gary Marburger - gmarburger@pccshelby.com
Pleasant City 101
11:00 am - January 22—Room 4
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Great Date
5:00-8:30 pm - January 14
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Clubhouse Kids Ministry
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warehouse247 Student Ministry
Wednesday 5:30-7:45pm. A Worship Gathering just for middle and high school students. Cafe/Games/Worship/Teaching