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Colossians 3:1 Podcast

Colossians 3:1 Podcast

By Sam Draper

Talking theology, faith, and life as a follower of King Jesus.
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The State of Theology Survey: Are Christians Obligated to Join a Church?

Colossians 3:1 PodcastNov 16, 2022

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Spiritual Gifts Part 3

Spiritual Gifts Part 3

This week we talk about how to discern one's spiritual gifts and use them for God's kingdom.

Jul 26, 202334:33
Spiritual Gifts Part 2

Spiritual Gifts Part 2

This week we tackle the more controversial spiritual gifts like tongues, prophecy, and miracles.

Jul 20, 202333:32
Spiritual Gifts Part 1

Spiritual Gifts Part 1

This week, we talk about spiritual gifts. What are they? What are they not?

Jul 12, 202330:00
The New Covenant

The New Covenant

In the final episode of our series on the major covenants in the Bible, we look at the New Covenant prophesied in Jeremiah and inaugurated by Jesus.

Jul 05, 202331:36
Covenant with David

Covenant with David

This week we explore the covenant God made with King David.

Jun 28, 202327:15
Covenant with Israel

Covenant with Israel

This week we look at the covenant God made with Moses and the people of Israel.

Jun 21, 202331:15
God's Covenant with Abraham

God's Covenant with Abraham

Why did God make a covenant with Abraham? Why did God choose this family out of all families? What is it all about?

Jun 15, 202328:34
Covenant with Noah

Covenant with Noah

In Genesis 6-9, God makes a covenant with Noah not to destroy the earth again with a flood. What's is going on here and what is this covenant all about?

Jun 07, 202336:34
Biblical Covenants Part 1

Biblical Covenants Part 1

The idea of Covenant is a major theme in scripture. In order to understand who God is and why He does what He does, it is important to look at this theme through the various covenants God makes with humans.

May 31, 202332:19
How can we know we are saved?

How can we know we are saved?

What does it mean to be assured of one's salvation? How can we know whether we or anyone else are truly saved?

May 24, 202331:15
Can a Christian lose their salvation?

Can a Christian lose their salvation?

Can someone who believes in Christ truly walk away from the faith? Or are Christians "once saved always saved"?

May 17, 202330:20
Age of Accountability

Age of Accountability

When are children responsible for their sin against God? Does God excuse children for being innocent or not? We explore these questions and more on this episode of the Colossians 3:1 Podcast.

May 03, 202332:04
Thoughts on Sin Part 2

Thoughts on Sin Part 2

We continue our discussion on sin, what it is and what it means.

Apr 26, 202334:35
Thoughts on Sin Part 1

Thoughts on Sin Part 1

What is sin? How does the Bible define it? How does God view it?

Apr 19, 202331:15
Getting to Know Our Hosts

Getting to Know Our Hosts

Today we spend a little time on the lighter side getting to know one of our hosts, Jared Jernagan.

Apr 12, 202329:05
Theories of the Atonement Part 2

Theories of the Atonement Part 2

We finish up or discussion of the Atonement.

Apr 05, 202335:33
Theories of Atonement Part 1

Theories of Atonement Part 1

We look as some of the explanations for what Jesus accomplished in His life, death, and resurrection.

Mar 29, 202328:56
Follow Up to Dr. Geisler

Follow Up to Dr. Geisler

This week we follow up on our interviews with Dr. Geisler by discussing some of what he said during the GCC Bold Faith weekend.

Mar 22, 202331:25
Dr. David Geisler Part 2

Dr. David Geisler Part 2

We continue our conversation with Dr. David Geisler about apologetics and evangelism.

Check out more of Dr. Geisler's ministry at NGIM.org.

Mar 15, 202331:24
Dr. David Geisler Part 1
Mar 14, 202331:49
How NOT to read the Bible

How NOT to read the Bible

What are some inappropriate but common ways people try to read the Bible?

Mar 01, 202332:37
He Gets Us

He Gets Us

This week we discuss the He Gets Us campaign featured in the Super Bowl.

Feb 22, 202331:11
How did we get the Bible?

How did we get the Bible?

How did we get the Bible? What about the so-called other "gospels"?

Feb 15, 202332:44
What about God's wrath?

What about God's wrath?

Continuing our discussion from last week, what do we make of God's wrath? What can we say about God's wrath in light of the cross?

Feb 08, 202331:32
Is God good?

Is God good?

What do we make of the Old Testament accounts of God's wrath? What do we mean when we say that God is always good?

Feb 01, 202331:42
What's the deal with Bible translations?

What's the deal with Bible translations?

You go to pick up a new Bible. Which one do you choose? In this episode, we explore the ins and outs of Bible translations.

Jan 25, 202334:17
How should Christians read the Old Testament?

How should Christians read the Old Testament?

So you've started your "Through the Bible in a year" reading plan? What do you do with the first part of the Bible we call the Old Testament?

Jan 18, 202331:31
Prayer - Does it work?

Prayer - Does it work?

What happens when we pray? Do we really change God's mind? Do our prayers for healing actually help?

Jan 11, 202332:52
2023 Resolutions and a Rule of Life

2023 Resolutions and a Rule of Life

Have you made your 2023 Resolutions yet? If not, consider developing a spiritual growth plan or a "Rule of Life."

Jan 04, 202332:44
Christmas Carol Theology

Christmas Carol Theology

Our Christmas episode! We explore the deeper meanings of some classic Christmas carols as well as some controversial wording we find.

Dec 28, 202201:05:55
Was Jesus a created being?

Was Jesus a created being?

Once more we dive into the nature of Jesus and the Trinity. Was Jesus the first creation of God the Father? What does it mean that He is the Son of the Father but also fully God?

Dec 21, 202228:60
Is Jesus God?

Is Jesus God?

Some think that Jesus was a great teacher, but that He was not God. What does Jesus say about Himself? Why does the divinity of Jesus matter for Christians?
Dec 14, 202234:44
Does God accept the worship of all religions?

Does God accept the worship of all religions?

Today we discuss the question, "Does God accept the worship of all religions, including Christianity, Islam, and Judaism?" Do all religions teach the same things? What about people who have never heard about Jesus? 

Dec 07, 202230:59
The State of Theology Survey: What About the Bible, Part 2

The State of Theology Survey: What About the Bible, Part 2

Is the Bible accurate in what it teaches? Does the Bible conflict with science? 

Nov 30, 202230:53
The State of Theology Survey: What About the Bible, Part 1

The State of Theology Survey: What About the Bible, Part 1

Is the Bible literally true? What does that even mean? Can we trust that what the Bible says happened, actually happened?

Nov 23, 202202:04:54
The State of Theology Survey: Are Christians Obligated to Join a Church?

The State of Theology Survey: Are Christians Obligated to Join a Church?

What does it mean to join a church family? Is it optional or an obligation?

Nov 16, 202235:14
The State of Theology Survey: Are People Born Innocent?

The State of Theology Survey: Are People Born Innocent?

Are people born innocent? Are people inherently good? Where does sin come from? All this and more are discussed on this episode of the Colossians 3:1 Podcast.

Nov 09, 202231:58
The State of Theology Survey: Does God Change, Part 3

The State of Theology Survey: Does God Change, Part 3

We finish up our discussion on the question "Does God change?" 

Nov 02, 202232:46
The State of Theology Survey: Does God Change, Part 2

The State of Theology Survey: Does God Change, Part 2

We continue our discussion of the 2022 State of Theology report put out by Ligonier Ministries and Lifeway Research. We go through the results and discuss, starting with the question: "Does God change?" You can find the report at thestateoftheology.com.

Oct 26, 202231:25
The State of Theology Survey: Does God Change, Part 1
Oct 19, 202230:35
October 19, 2022

October 19, 2022

Oct 19, 202200:37