“For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you. We continually ask God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all the wisdom and understanding that the Spirit gives…” Colossians 1:9
Paul cares very much for the new Christians in Colossae, and he knows that God cares for them even more. Unfortunately, false teachings that lead people to look to themselves instead of looking to God compete for the Colossians’ attention. Still today, we struggle with the temptation to look to other things instead of Jesus for our salvation.
“Praying” … Paul’s attention to regular prayer is an integral aspect of his ministry.
“Knowledge” is important since false teachers had promoted another kind of knowledge. Paul prays for knowledge that is centered in God’s forgiveness in Christ and revealed by the Holy Spirit.
“Wisdom” is a word that Paul uses this word six times in Colossians. It is the practical application of faith in Christ.
“Understanding” or insight means a clear analysis and application of knowledge guided by the Holy Spirit.
God’s blessings on your day…