We live in an age of low institutional trust. From politics to finances, education to religion, business to philanthropy, every day we hear of the scandals of those who use their power for selfish gain. In his letter to the Colossians, Paul articulates God’s plan to make his people, the church, a community of people who are worth thanking God for, a community of faithful, hopeful, and loving people. A healthy church is made of people who believe God’s word and demonstrate this faith with good works, people who are all in for the sake of God’s call.