Paul's brief letter to the Colossians proclaims that Jesus is above all other so-called gods and lords. This was a radical assertion in Paul's day, as it is in ours. Even more radical is his declaration that Jesus, through His Spirit, is in every person who personally receives him. Paul follows these claims by explaining what authentic Christian spirituality looks like and how to progress in it. Gary DeLashmutt cofounded Dwell Community Church fifty years ago-a non-denominational church with 4,000 members in Columbus, Ohio. During that time, he has become one of the most respected Bible teachers in the region. He is the author or coauthor of several books, including Loving God's Way, Spiritual Love, Drawing Near to God, and The Death of Truth. Gary has been married to his wife, Bev, for nearly fifty years. They continue to serve at Dwell with their daughters and grandchildren.
