colossians

Last night we started our study in the book of Colossians. We centered discussion around verse four which speaks of genuine or true faith. Paul, the writer of Colossians, was thankful for the genuine faith that he heard of among the church in Colossea. How do we know their faith was genuine? Because love was the fruit of their faith. This can only be evidence of a supernatural work of the Spirit. How does this "genuine love" look? Philippians chapter 2 instructs us to look out for the needs of others, considering them as more important than ourselves. This is the difference between a Christ-centered love and a world-centered love. Are we doing good to others for our own gain? Is your faith genuine?