Nailed to the Cross
Today’s Daily Bible Reading is from Colossians 2:13-23. Paul reminded the Colossians that we, all believers, were once dead in our sins. But God through Jesus Christ paid the ransom for sins of those who have trusted in Him. Through Jesus’ death on the cross He did away with the ordinances of the law.
John 3:5 reminds us that we must have two births, “Jesus answered, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God.”
To be born of water is our natural birth when we are born into this world. Being born of the Spirit is when we accept Jesus as our Lord and Savior by faith through grace. He forgives us of our sins and cleanses us from all unrighteousness.
Paul reminded the Colossians that Jesus did away with the law when He died on the cross. He didn’t want them to let people continue to judge them according to the law by making rules about what they could eat or drink, or for any other reasons.
Daily Bible Reading:
Colossians 2:13-23
13 And you, being dead in your sins and the uncircumcision of your flesh, hath he quickened together with him, having forgiven you all trespasses;
14 Blotting out the handwriting of ordinances that was against us, which was contrary to us, and took it out of the way, nailing it to his cross;
15 And having spoiled principalities and powers, he made a shew of them openly, triumphing over them in it.
16 Let no man therefore judge you in meat, or in drink, or in respect of an holyday, or of the new moon, or of the sabbath days:
17 Which are a shadow of things to come; but the body is of Christ.
18 Let no man beguile you of your reward in a voluntary humility and worshipping of angels, intruding into those things which he hath not seen, vainly puffed up by his fleshly mind,
19 And not holding the Head, from which all the body by joints and bands having nourishment ministered, and knit together, increaseth with the increase of God.
20 Wherefore if ye be dead with Christ from the rudiments of the world, why, as though living in the world, are ye subject to ordinances,
21 (Touch not; taste not; handle not;
22 Which all are to perish with the using;) after the commandments and doctrines of men?
23 Which things have indeed a shew of wisdom in will worship, and humility, and neglecting of the body; not in any honour to the satisfying of the flesh.
Things to think about:
- What was Paul’s concern for the Colossians in this Scripture?
- What are some of the things Paul warned them about?
- How did Jesus’ death on the cross resolve this issue?
Prayer of the Day:
Dear Heavenly Father,
Thank You for this Scripture in the book of Colossians. Thank You that Paul reminds us that Jesus paid the ransom for our sins on the cross. Help us to beware of those who may still try to make rules and regulations for us to live by. Help us to live in a godly manner because we love You and not because we are trying to impress man. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
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The Book of Colossians: Paul’s Letter to Colosse
by Deborah H. Bateman.
The Book of Colossians: Paul’s Letter to Colosse is a Daily Bible Reading Study by Deborah H. Bateman. This book is a study of the book of Colossians from the Old Testament of the Bible. The Book of Colossians is one of the Apostle Paul’s letters. In this letter Paul acknowledges the people of Colosse for their faith in Jesus Christ, their love of the saints, and their hope in heaven.
Paul encourages the Colossians to walk worthy of the Lord, to put their hope in the gospel, and to let the peace of God rule in their hearts. Paul also discusses with the people of Colosse how to have relationships that are pleasing to God. Paul reminds them of the great sacrifice that the Lord Jesus Christ made for them on the cross and encourages them to redeem the time.
The Book of Colossians: Paul’s Letter to Colosse contains eight Daily Bible Reading lessons, which can be used as a personal or group Bible study. Each lesson contains a brief commentary by the author, the Daily Bible Reading Scripture, several questions for contemplation or discussion, and a prayer to go along with the lesson. Our desire is that this book will help you to have a better understanding of Paul’s letter to the Colossians and how you can apply his message to your life today.
For those of you interested in Bible journaling, may I suggest you pick your favorite Bible verse from each lesson and journal about it. This will be a great reminder of the lessons you learn as you read and study this book.
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