◄ Colossians 4:14 ►
Luke, the beloved physician, and Demas send you greetings. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Colossians 4:14? 2. How can we emulate Luke's dedication as a "beloved physician" in our lives? 3. What does Demas' mention in Colossians 4:14 teach about faithfulness to Christ? 4. How does Colossians 4:14 connect with Paul's other mentions of Luke and Demas? 5. What role does fellowship play in supporting our spiritual journey, as seen here? 6. How can we ensure our commitments to Christ remain steadfast like Luke's? 7. Who is Luke, the beloved physician, mentioned in Colossians 4:14, and what is his significance? 8. Why does Paul mention Demas in Colossians 4:14, and what later happens to him? 9. How does Colossians 4:14 reflect the early Christian community's structure and relationships? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Colossians 4? 11. Is neurofeedback therapy biblical and what is it? 12. Where is the historical or archaeological proof that Luke from Colossians 4:14 was indeed a physician? 13. Who was Demas in the Bible? 14. Acts 3:2–10: How can this miracle be scientifically explained if the man was lame from birth? Discussion Questions 1. How does Luke's role as a physician and author influence our understanding of his contributions to the New Testament? 2. What lessons can we learn from Demas's departure about the challenges of maintaining faith in a secular world? 3. In what ways can we foster supportive and encouraging relationships within our own faith communities? 4. How can we identify and use our unique gifts and talents to serve God and others, as Luke did? 5. Reflecting on Paul's perseverance despite imprisonment, how can we remain steadfast in our faith and ministry during difficult times? Colossians 4 Bible Study Questions 1. What does Paul's request for prayers reveal about his understanding of prayer's power? 2. How can you apply Paul's instruction about being 'watchful and thankful' in prayer to your daily life? 3. What does it mean to "make the most of every opportunity" in your interactions with non-believers? 4. How can your speech be 'always full of grace, seasoned with salt'? Give practical examples. 5. Why do you think Paul emphasizes the need for wisdom when interacting with outsiders? 6. How do you see the role of Tychicus and Onesimus in strengthening the early Christian community? 7. How might you encourage and support your fellow believers as Epaphras did? 8. What can we learn from Paul's personal greetings about the nature of Christian fellowship and relationship? 9. Why do you think Paul singles out Archippus for a personal message? How can this apply to your Christian journey? 10. How does the concept of shared responsibility within the Christian community, as portrayed in this chapter, speak to you? 11. In what ways do you think you can better practice the wisdom and grace Paul describes when dealing with non-believers? 12. How does Colossians 4 instruct you about managing relationships within and outside the Christian community? 13. How does this chapter inspire you to have a more prayer-centered life? 14. How can Paul's message to the Colossians inform the way you participate in your local church? 15. How does Paul's discussion of his co-laborers give you insight into the supportive network in the early church, and how can we recreate such networks today? 16. How can you "complete the work you have received in the Lord," like Archippus? 17. If you were to send a message to your own faith community, what would it be and why? 18. How does Colossians 4 inspire you to develop more meaningful Christian relationships? 19. How do you feel you can improve your own ability to express your faith to others? 20. How can you use your present circumstances to spread the Gospel and support your fellow believers, as Paul did from prison? Links Colossians 4:14 NIV Colossians 4:14 NLT Colossians 4:14 ESV Colossians 4:14 NASB Colossians 4:14 KJV Colossians 4:14 Commentaries Bible Hub