Join The Journey S4:292 Colossians
Dec 6, 2025
In this episode, Amber Hapka, a devoted member of Watermark Community Church and a leader in foster and adoptive mom support, shares her insights on the book of Colossians. She explores the supremacy of Christ as the image of God and addresses the dangers of false teaching. Amber offers practical advice on discerning true wisdom rooted in Scripture and living out one's identity in Christ. Drawing from her own experiences, she emphasizes the importance of compassion and forgiveness in family life, specifically within adoptive contexts.
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Christ's Supremacy Anchors Identity
- Paul presents Christ as the image of the invisible God and the one in whom all things hold together.
- This anchors believers' identity and reminds them of the full freedom bought by Christ's sacrifice.
False Teaching Distracts From Christ
- False teaching in Colossae mixed Jewish legalism with human traditions and mystical ideas that distracted from Christ.
- Paul warns that such systems focus on human effort instead of Christ's finished work and can take believers captive.
Root Yourself In Scripture
- Root yourself in Scripture so you can discern truth about love, suffering, and salvation.
- Rely on God's word to resist cultural messages like prosperity theology or relativistic 'trust your heart' claims.