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Colossians 2:16 Β· KJV

"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:"

King James Version

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Passage Context

14Blotting 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;
15And having spoiled principalities and powers, he made a shew of them openly, triumphing over them in it.
16Let 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:
17Which are a shadow of things to come; but the body is of Christ.
18Let 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,

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to judgments about your faith practices?

2

What does freedom in Christ look like for you?

3

When have you felt constrained by religious rules?

Life Application

faith

Embrace the freedom you have in Christ, focusing on a personal relationship rather than legalistic practices. Reflect on what truly matters in your faith.

community

Encourage others in your community to focus on Christ rather than external judgments, fostering an environment of grace.

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