Lesson 491: Colossians 2:9
Lesson 491: Colossians 2:9
Colossians 2:9
The Blueprint — The Verse
For in Christ all the fullness of the Deity lives in bodily form,
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The Context — The History
False teachers in Colossae implied Christ was insufficient and believers needed additional spiritual experiences. Paul countered with the fullness of deity dwelling in Christ bodily.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
Paul warned against being taken captive by hollow philosophy and human tradition. He affirmed that in Christ all the fullness of Deity lives in bodily form, and believers are filled in Him who is head over every power.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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Colossians 2:8
Be careful that you don’t let anyone rob you through his philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the elements of the world, and not after Christ.
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Colossians 2:10
and in him you are made full, who is the head of all principality and power;
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Discussion
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What philosophies today compete with the sufficiency of Christ?
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Why is Christ's bodily humanity essential to the gospel?
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How does being 'filled in him' change how you seek spiritual growth?
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