complete understanding – Three Minute Bible

December 4, 2024December 4, 2024

Colossians 2:3 – Treasure Trove

… in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.

Summary: When we look at the full context of Paul’s message, it becomes clear that the “treasures of wisdom and knowledge” are found only in Christ. Paul emphasizes that true wisdom isn’t hidden in secret teachings or outside sources, but in Christ alone.

What are the “treasures of wisdom and knowledge?”

As I read this verse, I find myself thinking about the whole of Paul’s thinking. He says:

“My goal is that they may be encouraged in heart and united in love, so that they may have the full riches of complete understanding, in order that they may know the mystery of God, namely, Christ, in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.” (Colossians 2:2-3)

Is encouragement worth anything?

December 2, 2024December 2, 2024

Colossians 2:2c – Coming Together

…so that they may have the full riches of complete understanding,

Summary: “Complete understanding” is very different than “understanding” that is not complete.

One of the things that makes writing fun for me is being able to play with words. For example, what is the opposite of “understanding?” Wouldn’t it be “misunderstanding?”

A misunderstanding happens when you don’t have all the information you need for complete understanding. However — and this is very important! — understanding and misunderstanding both feel exactly the same!