- 1. The Epistle to the Colossians, a New Testament letter attributed to the Apostle Paul, is addressed to the Christian community in Colossae, a small city in Asia Minor. Written around the early 60s AD, while Paul was imprisoned in Rome, this epistle is notable for its emphasis on the supremacy of Christ and the importance of true spiritual knowledge. The letter begins with a greeting that expresses Paul’s prayers for the Colossians, thanking God for their faith and love, which are rooted in their hope for eternal life. As the letter unfolds, Paul addresses concerns related to false teachings that had begun to infiltrate the church, including elements of Gnosticism and asceticism that downplayed the divinity of Christ. He emphasizes that Christ is the image of the invisible God and that through Him all things were created, asserting that believers are complete in Him, lacking nothing. The epistle further encourages the Colossians to lead a life worthy of the Lord, focusing on virtues such as compassion, kindness, humility, and forgiveness, as well as urging them to set their minds on heavenly things rather than earthly ones. Paul concludes the letter with personal remarks, sending greetings from his fellow workers and emphasizing the importance of community and encouragement among believers. The Epistle to the Colossians remains a profound theological work, delving into themes of Christ’s authority, redemption, and the transformative power of the gospel in the lives of believers.
Who is the author of the Epistle to the Colossians?
A) Peter
B) James
C) Paul
D) John
- 2. What is the central theme of the Epistle to the Colossians?
A) Faith without works
B) The resurrection of the dead
C) The supremacy of Christ
D) Love for neighbors
- 3. What does Paul instruct the Colossians to set their minds on?
A) Worldly possessions
B) Things above
C) Personal ambitions
D) Political matters
- 4. What does Paul encourage the Colossians to do in their relationships?
A) Compete with one another
B) Ignore each other
C) Forgive one another
D) Judge one another
- 5. In Colossians, what should be done in the name of the Lord Jesus?
A) Only teaching
B) Everything
C) Only worship
D) Only prayers
- 6. Colossians emphasizes the mystery of what?
A) The resurrection of Christ
B) Christ in you, the hope of glory
C) The end times
D) The Law of Moses
- 7. Which is a key verse from Colossians highlighting Christ's role?
A) All things were created through Him
B) The fruit of the Spirit is love
C) We are saved by grace through faith
D) The Law is fulfilled in Christ
- 8. What apostolic role does Paul claim in Colossians?
A) A teacher of the law
B) An apostle of Christ Jesus
C) A prophet for the nations
D) A director of churches
- 9. How does the Epistle to the Colossians describe the relationship between Christ and the Church?
A) The Church predates Christ
B) Christ is the head of the Church
C) They are independent entities
D) The Church is above Christ
- 10. What term does Paul use to describe the gospel?
A) The work of faith
B) The word of truth
C) The law of the elders
D) The path to righteousness
- 11. What does Paul say should guide the heart of believers?
A) Desires for riches
B) Peace of Christ
C) Knowledge of the law
D) Feelings of guilt
- 12. What city was the Epistle to the Colossians addressed to?
A) Colossae
B) Ephesus
C) Corinth
D) Rome
- 13. In what part of the New Testament is the Epistle to the Colossians found?
A) Revelation
B) The Pauline Epistles
C) The Gospels
D) The Acts of the Apostles
- 14. Which virtue does Paul urge the Colossians to put on in their lives?
A) Anger
B) Pride
C) Love
D) Greed
- 15. Who does Paul mention as his fellow worker in Colossians?
A) Barnabas
B) Titus
C) Epaphras
D) Silas
- 16. Which group does Paul encourage the church to encourage and build up?
A) Unbelievers
B) The wealthy
C) Believers
D) Roman authorities
- 17. What role does Paul assign to Christ in relation to creation?
A) A servant of God
B) A mere prophet
C) An angel
D) Creator and sustainer
- 18. In Colossians, what is instructed about children?
A) Challenge your parents
B) Rebel against your parents
C) Ignore your parents
D) Obey your parents
- 19. What type of worship does Paul advocate in Colossians 3:16?
A) Singing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs
B) Ritual sacrifice
C) Loud shouting
D) Silence and meditation
- 20. What does Paul say to do with all your heart?
A) Worry
B) Work
C) Rest
D) Play
- 21. Which chapter contains instructions for Christian households?
A) Chapter 3
B) Chapter 1
C) Chapter 4
D) Chapter 2
- 22. What type of prayer does Paul aspire for the Colossians?
A) Worrying
B) Thanksgiving
C) Despair
D) Indifference
- 23. How should wives relate to their husbands, according to Paul?
A) Submit to them
B) Control them
C) Criticize them
D) Ignore them
- 24. What kind of practices does Paul instruct the Colossians to avoid in chapter 2?
A) Communal feasts
B) Legalistic practices
C) Baptisms
D) Prayers for the sick
- 25. What does Paul say about giving in Colossians 3:23-24?
A) Only give when convenient
B) Give to receive
C) Do it heartily, as for the Lord
D) Give to be recognized
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