1)  How would you describe the goal of the Christian life?

2)  What is the two-fold description Paul uses in Colossians to describe what he wanted to see amongst those he ministered to? (Col 1:28; 2:2; c.f. 4:12).

3)  Speaking of Christian assurance, what has your experience been of this in recent times?

4)  What is the threat to our assurance that Paul highlights in Colossians 2:4?

5)  Time allowing, read Colossians 2:6-23. What are some of the ‘plausible arguments’ that appear to have been affecting the faith of the Christians at Colossae?

6)  What ‘plausible arguments’ have you come across in our culture today? What ‘plausible arguments’ are you personally susceptible to?

7)  How does Colossians 2:1-5 encourage you to grow in full assurance?

8)  In Colossians 2:2 Paul mentions “…being knit together in love…”. What does this say about our need for Christian community in experiencing greater assurance? How are the ongoing lockdowns (and being unable to meet) impacting your own faith in Christ?