In this message, we explore one of the most debated questions in Christian theology: Has the Church replaced Israel? Last week, we examined Israel’s national restoration in 1948, discussed Israeli politics and military history, and looked at the unconditional nature of the Abrahamic Covenant. This week, we turn to Scripture to understand the theological relationship between Israel and the Church. Pastor Morgan explains how the Church has been grafted into God’s covenant with Israel—and what that means for Israel’s future in God’s redemptive plan.

Israel continues to dominate global headlines—praised by some, condemned by others. But how should Christians think about this small nation that Scripture calls God’s chosen people? In this message, we take a closer look at Israel through three essential lenses: history, politics, and doctrine. From their miraculous rebirth in 1948 to the ongoing Middle Eastern conflict, and God’s unchanging covenant with Abraham, this study seeks to bring biblical clarity to a complex issue.

In this message, we look closely at Paul’s call in chapter 3 to “put on” the virtues that reflect the very character of Christ — compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, patience, and above all, love. Paul reminds us that the Christian life isn’t about merely avoiding sinful behavior, but about being clothed in the nature of Christ Himself. As we put off the old self and put on the new, we begin to walk in forgiveness, mercy, and grace toward one another — just as our Heavenly Father has shown mercy to us.

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In Colossians 3:1–11, Paul calls believers to set their minds on things above and put to death what is earthly within them. Forgiveness in Christ isn’t a license to treat grace lightly—it’s the foundation of a transformed life. In this message, we explore the battle every believer faces between the Spirit and the flesh, and how Christ empowers us to overcome sin. Paul reminds us that we have been raised with Christ, and with this new life comes a call to holiness, renewal, and the putting on of the new self. Sin always destroys, but in Christ we find freedom, hope, and victory. Join us as we open Colossians 3 together and discover how the supremacy of Christ not only secures our salvation but also equips us to walk in newness of life.

Colossians | The Supremacy of Christ | Jesus Paid It All (2:11–15)

In Colossians 2:11–15, Paul shifts from warning against deception to announcing one of the greatest truths in all of Scripture. He tells us that though we were once dead in our sins, God made us alive in Christ. How? By canceling the record of debt that stood against us—nailing it to the cross.

This is the heart of the gospel: our sins forgiven, our guilt erased, and our debt paid in full through the finished work of Jesus. In Him, we find true freedom, forgiveness, and victory.

Join us as we continue our study through Colossians and rejoice in the life we now have because Jesus paid it all.

Colossians 2:4–10 | The Battle for Truth The assassination of Charlie Kirk was not just the loss of a husband, father, and patriot—it was an attack on truth itself. His life and ministry were dedicated to the battle for truth, equipping believers to stand firm and engage the culture with conviction and grace. Paul’s words in Colossians warn us not to be deceived by plausible lies but to remain rooted in Christ, the only true foundation. In a world at war with truth, we must shine brighter than ever before.

Suffering for the body of Christ (Chapter 1:24 - 2:5) Why does Paul rejoice in suffering? In Colossians 1:24–2:5, Paul shows that affliction for the church is not a defect in Christ’s work but our participation in it—“filling up” what remains in the sufferings of Christ as His body carries the gospel forward. We’ll trace Paul’s own hardship portfolio, unpack what “Christ in you, the hope of glory” really means, and see why the cost of silence is greater than the cost of suffering. Called to proclaim truth and protect the church, Paul models a life that is both polarizing and attractive—unyielding about truth, overflowing with love. This message presses us to live distinctly: provoking darkness by our conviction and drawing the world by our kindness.