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1 | Col 1:24 What is he saying exactly? | 1 Timothy | Zacheriah7 | 26081 | ||
Col 1:24 What exactly is Paul saying here? Is he solely speaking of his afflictions for spreading the Gospel, or in a more global sense, which he would be saying that without us choosing to follow Christ, His power is unable to save us? I realize that he specifically speaks to spreading the Gospel and that Paul is experiencing the added sufferings to carry this message to the world. I am just wondering if the other point might be made here also? Thanx |
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2 | Col 1:24 What is he saying exactly? | 1 Timothy | Jesusman | 26082 | ||
As you have pointed out, Paul is clearly mentioning the things he has suffered through while spreading the gospel. As for a further meaning of the text, I would say that Paul is providing an example of the christian attitude towards serving God. In Philippians 3 and 2 Timothy 1, Paul talks about the losses he has suffered for the Lord. During his discourses, he makes it clear that his losses are meaningless and insignificant next to the rewards of heaven. I believe it is best said, "I count it all Joy that I may serve my lord." That is the attitude we must have as Christians proclaiming the gospel. Jesus Loves You! Jesusman |
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3 | Col 1:24 What is he saying exactly? | 1 Timothy | Makarios | 26111 | ||
Another excellent answer Jesusman! Zondervan's NASB Study Bible supports what you have written.. "..filling up what is lacking. Does not mean that there was a deficiency in the atoning sacrifice of Christ. Rather, it means that Paul suffered afflictions because he was preaching the good news of Christ's atonement. Christ suffered on the cross to atone for sin, and Paul filled up Christ's afflictions by experiencing the added sufferings necessary to carry this good news to a lost world." - Nolan |
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