Col 2:4 | MHM | STEP | v. 4 : Paul warns them not to be tricked by arguments that sound good but are not true. His concern is that they will not be led away from the truth by clever words or false teaching (Colossians 2:4 ). He cautions the Colossians, saying, “I say this lest any man beguile you with enticing words.” False teachers use clever and persuasive language to confuse people and lead them away from Christ. These deceivers rely on flattery and lies, just as the serpent deceived Eve (2 Corinthians 11:3 ). Paul encourages them to be on guard and not give in to such tactics, as Proverbs says, “If sinners entice you, do not consent” (Proverbs 1:10 ).

‏ Colossians 2:4

v. 4: Paul warns them not to be tricked by arguments that sound good but are not true. His concern is that they will not be led away from the truth by clever words or false teaching (Colossians 2:4 ^a). He cautions the Colossians, saying, “I say this lest any man beguile you with enticing words.” False teachers use clever and persuasive language to confuse people and lead them away from Christ. These deceivers rely on flattery and lies, just as the serpent deceived Eve (2 Corinthians 11:3 ^b). Paul encourages them to be on guard and not give in to such tactics, as Proverbs says, “If sinners entice you, do not consent” (Proverbs 1:10 ^c).