Jeremiah 11:18-23, Jeremiah 12-13, Colossians 2:6-23, Proverbs 3:11-20
Colossians 2:8 (ESV)
“See to it that no one takes you captive by philosophy and
empty deceit, according to human tradition, according to the elemental spirits
of the world, and not according to Christ.”
In verse 8 from Colossians 2, Paul writes to the Colossians to
address the false teachings that were leading the church away from Christ. The
false teachings include traditions, practices, and philosophical thoughts that
are contrary to the teachings in the Gospel. Paul warned the Colossians against
being misled by these teachings that promise wisdom and overshadow the
teachings of Jesus Christ.
As believers in Jesus Christ, Paul tells us to be vigilant
and to have discernment in beliefs and practices that are not rooted in the teachings
of Christ. Not all societal traditions are aligned with the Bible or are beneficial
and could lead us away from Christ.
Paul’s words are especially relevant in today’s culture,
where countless teachings compete for our attention and may run contrary to the
teachings of Jesus Christ. One effective way to develop spiritual discernment
is to immerse yourself in daily Bible reading and prayer. For instance,
regularly studying scripture can help us recognize misleading messages in media
or conversations, empowering us to respond with wisdom and grace. If we neglect
our Bible study or forget to pray, we risk losing our grounding in the
Lord—meaning we may feel spiritually adrift, less able to distinguish truth
from error, and more likely to make choices that stray from our values. Without
consistent prayer and study, our hearts and minds can become vulnerable to
confusion, doubt, or influences that pull us away from Christ’s teachings.
Maintaining these spiritual practices is essential for staying rooted in faith
and making decisions anchored in Father-God’s truth.
If my reflections on these Bible verses have inspired you to
become rooted in faith and make decisions based on Biblical truth, I invite you
to join me in the following prayer. This is a chance to respond in faith and
express your trust in Father-God to give you guidance and discernment. I
encourage you to pray this aloud as an act of faith and commitment to the Lord.
Heavenly Father, I want to give you my Life. Forgive me of
all of my sins. Wash me in your blood. I believe in my heart You raised Jesus
from the dead. I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. Right
now, I receive forgiveness through the blood of Jesus. I am saved, I am
forgiven, I am clean, in Jesus’ name, Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of
Father-God! Do yourself a favor and find and join a Holy Spirit-filled, full
Gospel, Bible-based church where you can hear the words of Father-God preached
and experience signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
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