In Him, We're Free: Colossians 2:16-23

Sermon Notes

Welcome to week six of studying the book of Colossians! This Sunday, David Leventhal went through verses 2:16-23, reminding us that in Him we're free!

Throughout this series, you'll see the theme of the book: The All-Sufficiency of Christ—Seeing Him Clearly, Included in Him Completely, and Walking in Him Freely. Join us to understand its historical, cultural, geographical, literary, and thematic contexts, setting the stage for a profound exploration of the sufficiency of Christ.

Key Takeaways

  • Christ Frees Us From Legalism (Colossians 2:16-17)

  • Christ Frees Us From Needing to Chase Elevated Spiritual Experiences (Colossians 2:18-19)

  • Christ Frees Us from asceticism (Colossians 2:20-23)

    Discussion Questions

  • Consider the implications of prioritizing Jesus as the Head of the church rather than elevating human leaders. How does this perspective guard against disillusionment and church hurt?

  • Share about a personal conviction you hold that falls into the category of non-essential matters. How do you navigate this conviction while respecting the differing perspectives of others in the church?

  • How do we guard against legalism? How can we prioritize our relationship with Jesus?