Habits That Can Distract You From What Is Most Important

Habits that can distract you from what is most important
Colossians 2: 16 – 23

What are some habits that you have established in your life?


Describe the false teaching that Paul is combating in this region based on his statements in tonight’s passage.


What kinds of things do those who support this false teaching use to judge others?


Based on our evidence, how would you describe the character of those who are doing this judging?


What are some standards that you use to judge other people that do not line up with the gospel of Jesus?


How can we go about becoming less judgmental people?


What is it about the teaching of these false teachers that is so incredibly false?


Why are the rituals that are being described in this text considered to be of no spiritual value for a disciple?


Why is Paul so terribly concerned that the Colossians disregard the warnings these folks are giving?


What are some spiritually neutral habits that our culture has elevated to the point of religious observance?


Which of these are most distracting to you in your spiritual journey?


How can we distinguish between changes that are vital in our lives to reflect our faith and those that are optional?


How do we effectively differentiate between practicing healthy spiritual discipline, harmless everyday practices, and unhealthy ritual habits?


What is Jesus’ relationship to those who are sincere disciple’s according to this text?


According to Paul, how does a person demonstrate that they are not plugged into Jesus?


How can we make sure we are connected to Jesus in the advice that we give to other disciples?


Memorize verse 17 and meditate on it for one hour this week.