Introduction

The Apostle Paul writes to the church in Colossae who received the Gospel well, but Paul is concerned about news of the church being distracted and deceived by outside factors such as philosophy, ascetism, and self/made religion (religious practices). Likewise, we too are distracted from Christ by many things in the world that are attractive to us every day. This is especially true for us who live in a world that promotes the idea of “be a better version of yourself.” The world offers many things promising that you will be a better person, but the Apostle Paul says, “but they are of no value in stopping the indulgence of the flesh.” (Col. 2:23b)