Re:Verse passage – Colossians 2:16-23 (day four)
Legalism, mysticism, asceticism…all dangers to be alert for. In our passage this week, Paul begins to address some of the problems that precipitated his letter to the church in Colossae. He is issuing warnings of danger ahead…pitfalls that can sidetrack their/our relationship with Christ and take them/us down a path that can render them/us ineffective and valueless. Paul speaks of being defrauded…deceived from what is rightfully ours in Christ.
What would Paul warn the church today of? Where have we been deceived and sidetracked? Would he caution us about the prosperity gospel? Would he write to tell us not to place our hope in political parties or candidates? Would he warn us to focus upon the Word of God and sharing the gospel message? In today’s cultural and political climate, we can easily get deceived to champion causes that are valueless. Guard against the perils of Satan’s deception and keep your eyes upon Christ!
Thank you Larry. What an appropriate message, at least for my these days.