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1. Explain what supremacy is and how Paul applied this term to the Lord Jesus Christ. (Col.

1:15-20 Paul uses "preeminent" in the ESV) How should this influence our lives?

Highest in rank or authority.

Jesus is the Firstborn of Creation, and the Creator.

2. Describe Paul's affliction in Colossians and how he dealt with it.

Paul's affliction = in prison; beaten.

His response is that he rejoices because he believes he's participating in the suffering of Christ.

3. What is the gospel?

The gospel is the good news, good news = because of Christ's life, death, and

resurrection sinners can be reconciled.

4. What is sanctification?

Sanctification is setting something apart to be made holy/special use.

5. Deline incarnation and give a verse that Paul uses to describe it (Col. 1).

Incarnate is Christ taking on flesh.

For in him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell. (Colossians 1:19 ESV)|

6. Indicate whether the verse listed describes the gospel, sanctification, or incarnation.

7. According to Colossians 1:15-20, what role does Christ play in creation, and what attributes of Christ docs Paul highlight?

He's the creator; eternal, omnipotent, omniscient, immutable.

8. In Colossians 3:12-14, what virtues does Paul encourage believers to clothe themselves with, and how do these virtues contribute to unity within the Christian community?

Holy, beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, patience, and love.

It helps us bear with one another.

9. According to Colossians 3:23-24, how does Paul instruct believers to approach their work, and what assurance does he give them regarding their reward? How should this influence us in our daily lives?

Whatever you do, work heartily. As if the Lord had asked you to do it; honor him.

10. What specific instructions does Paul give to masters regarding their treatment of slaves in Colossians 4:1, and what reason does he give for this instruction?

Treat them fairly and justly because they have a master in heaven.

11. In Colossians 4:2-4, what does Paul urge the Colossians to devote themselves to, and what does he ask for prayer for about his ministry?

Prayer and thanksgiving.

He urges them to open doors to preach the gospel.