Colossians 2:17
“Which are a shadow of things to come; but the body is of Christ.”
What does Colossians 2:17 mean?
Colossians 2:17 in the King James Version of the Bible reads, "Which are a shadow of things to come; but the body is of Christ." This verse is found in the New Testament book of Colossians, a letter written by the Apostle Paul to the church in Colossae. In this verse, Paul is…
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In Colossians 2:17, we read, "Which are a shadow of things to come; but the body is of Christ." This verse encapsulates a profound truth about the nature of the Old Testament law and its purpose in God's greater plan—a truth that echoes throughout the Scriptures and into our…
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Heavenly Father, As I come before Thy throne in humble adoration, I lift my heart in gratitude for the ineffable gift of Your Son, our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I am reminded of the profound truth found in the epistle to the Colossians, especially in the poignant words of…
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