When you were dead in your sins and in the uncircumcision of your flesh, God made you alive with Christ. He forgave us all our sins. Colossians 2:13
The Christian community at Colossae was being led astray by false teaching. Jewish mysticism had become a serious problem. These mystics wanted a return to Jewish customs, and believed that they could move in and out of Heaven and visit with the angels. A residual arrogance appeared removing Christ as the center of worship.
Paul, a Jew, sets the record straight! Circumcision, the irreversible physical distinction between Jewish men and all others on earth, is NOT what brings about salvation. God sent His Son who brought everlasting life through His death. Only one way to Heaven? Through the cross! This is worthy of great praise and worship.
Have a great weekend!
Gretchen