- 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) John
B) Paul
C) James
D) Peter
- 2. What is the central theme of the Epistle to the Colossians?
A) The supremacy of Christ
B) Love for neighbors
C) Faith without works
D) The resurrection of the dead
- 3. What does Paul instruct the Colossians to set their minds on?
A) Political matters
B) Personal ambitions
C) Worldly possessions
D) Things above
- 4. What does Paul encourage the Colossians to do in their relationships?
A) Compete with one another
B) Forgive one another
C) Judge one another
D) Ignore each other
- 5. In Colossians, what should be done in the name of the Lord Jesus?
A) Everything
B) Only prayers
C) Only worship
D) Only teaching
- 6. Colossians emphasizes the mystery of what?
A) The end times
B) The Law of Moses
C) Christ in you, the hope of glory
D) The resurrection of Christ
- 7. Which is a key verse from Colossians highlighting Christ's role?
A) We are saved by grace through faith
B) The fruit of the Spirit is love
C) The Law is fulfilled in Christ
D) All things were created through Him
- 8. What apostolic role does Paul claim in Colossians?
A) A teacher of the law
B) A prophet for the nations
C) An apostle of Christ Jesus
D) A director of churches
- 9. How does the Epistle to the Colossians describe the relationship between Christ and the Church?
A) They are independent entities
B) The Church is above Christ
C) The Church predates Christ
D) Christ is the head of the Church
- 10. What term does Paul use to describe the gospel?
A) The work of faith
B) The law of the elders
C) The word of truth
D) The path to righteousness
- 11. What does Paul say should guide the heart of believers?
A) Knowledge of the law
B) Desires for riches
C) Feelings of guilt
D) Peace of Christ
- 12. What city was the Epistle to the Colossians addressed to?
A) Corinth
B) Colossae
C) Ephesus
D) Rome
- 13. In what part of the New Testament is the Epistle to the Colossians found?
A) The Pauline Epistles
B) The Acts of the Apostles
C) The Gospels
D) Revelation
- 14. Which virtue does Paul urge the Colossians to put on in their lives?
A) Pride
B) Greed
C) Anger
D) Love
- 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) An angel
C) A mere prophet
D) Creator and sustainer
- 18. In Colossians, what is instructed about children?
A) Obey your parents
B) Challenge your parents
C) Ignore your parents
D) Rebel against your parents
- 19. What type of worship does Paul advocate in Colossians 3:16?
A) Ritual sacrifice
B) Silence and meditation
C) Singing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs
D) Loud shouting
- 20. What does Paul say to do with all your heart?
A) Work
B) Play
C) Rest
D) Worry
- 21. Which chapter contains instructions for Christian households?
A) Chapter 4
B) Chapter 2
C) Chapter 3
D) Chapter 1
- 22. What type of prayer does Paul aspire for the Colossians?
A) Worrying
B) Indifference
C) Thanksgiving
D) Despair
- 23. How should wives relate to their husbands, according to Paul?
A) Ignore them
B) Criticize them
C) Submit to them
D) Control them
- 24. What kind of practices does Paul instruct the Colossians to avoid in chapter 2?
A) Prayers for the sick
B) Legalistic practices
C) Baptisms
D) Communal feasts
- 25. What does Paul say about giving in Colossians 3:23-24?
A) Give to be recognized
B) Give to receive
C) Only give when convenient
D) Do it heartily, as for the Lord
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