Beware lest anyone cheat you through philosophy and empty deceit, according to the tradition of men, according to the basic principles of the world, and not according to Christ.
Colossians 2:8 NKJV
I’m sure there were many forms of ‘the gospel’ being spread at this time. There was information but even more misinformation. Since Paul himself hadn’t been to Colossae, he was concerned they had accepted a ‘knock-off’ version of Christianity.
Any modified version of Christianity, or any blending of tradition or philosophy, cheats the hearer. Just like in the days of Colossae, there is a lot of misinformation today and many blended versions of Christianity.
I need to stay close to scripture and the pure gospel, not an enlightened version or an American version. I want to keep it pure.
Lord God, Remove the impurities from my faith. Amen.
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