My favorite part of the discussion today in class involved the opponents of Paul and his teachings. The Jewish opponents emphasized the Jewish holy days such as the annual festivals, the Sabboths, and the New Moon celebrations. I am sure that this "hit a nerve" with Paul. His main purpose in writing to the church at Colosse was to bring to the attention of the new Christians the importance of guarding against false teachings. The Jewish opponents were trying to acceive piety by their observances of their Jewish traditions. Paul was trying to emphazise the importance of focusing on Jesus and humility. Paul was demonstrating that their concept of humility by practicing outward bodily sacrificial actions was not really being humble but a status symbal. What one does in private correspondance with God is what counts, not outward actions.
Vicky
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