Scripture Reading: Hebrews 12:3-14 Passage: Colossians 1:9-14 Main Idea: Paul's prayer: As Christians learn about salvation in Christ, their walk increasingly pleases Him. Three questions Paul answers about God's purpose for the Christian walk: God's purpose is for Christians [to please Christ] (Colossians 1:9-10) Christians should expect to be carrying out God's purposes (Colossians 1:10-12) God's purposes will be achieved in Christians' lives [the Father's redemption in Christ] (Colossians 1:12-14) Notes: