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.
Colossians 2:8 (EVS)
The Bible places great emphasis on the fact that Christians must always study and meditate on the Word. This is a teaching that we find throughout the Old Testament and continues in the New. It is something that God does not take lightly. When He asks us to study the Word, He always accompanies it with the blessings that will follow. He even asks us to teach it to our children at all times in their lives.
Some may wonder, why is it so important to dedicate time to study and meditate on the Word? Of all the answers the Bible gives us, Paul’s in Colossians is much more relevant to the current reality of our world because it gives us a crucial warning. The warning not to be deceived by human philosophy and tradition, in other words, everything that concerns the desires and tendencies of the world.
Meditation and application of the word of God always result in the fruit of the spirit and a life in accordance with the will of God. Only in this way can you avoid falling into useless discussions, oriented towards the things of the world. He who wants to make you his prey will always rely on your ignorance of the Word and your lack of faith in God. Remain in the teachings of Christ so that no one takes away your hope and deceives you with the elementary principles of the world.
May the grace and peace of God be with you all.
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