Paul's Apostolic Minister

Title: Paul's Apostolic Minister
Scripture: Colossians 1:24-29
Heidelberg Catechism Lord’s Day
Introduction: A pattern to apply
I. Of suffering
A. With Joy

B.  In the flesh

C.  For Christ

D.  For Christ's body

II. Of the Word
A. As a steward (vs. 25a)

B.  To fulfill the Word (vs. 25b) 

III. Of the mystery
A. Hidden (vs. 26a)

B.  Revealed (vs. 26b)

C.  Christ in you (vs. 27)

IV. Of Christ
A. The person preached (vs. 28a)

B.  With wise teaching (vs. 28b)

C.  The goal of perfection (vs. 28c)

Conclusion: Depends upon Christ's working