Messianic Apologetics

Addressing the Theological and Spiritual Issues of the Broad Messianic Movement

Colossians

John McKee discusses how the message of the gospel and the Holy Scriptures is one which is frequently subverting the claims of the world. This is particularly seen when delving into Colossians 1:15-20, and comparing and contrasting the activity of Yeshua with that of the figure of Wisdom, and how it especially affects our understanding of Yeshua’s Divinity.

Messianic Apologetics editor John McKee reviews Colossians 2:16-17. We are in the middle of the Fall High Holidays, meaning that some well meaning person, sooner or later, is likely to tell a Messianic Believer not to “judge them,” as a result of observing the Leviticus 23 appointed times. What was the original context of Colossians 2:16-17, especially in light of the false teaching and false philosophy, in Colossae, which degraded the completed work of Yeshua?

This is then followed by a review of important stories and issues from the past day or so, largely witnessed on social media.

Messianic Apologetics editor John McKee reviews some of the complexities of Colossians 1:15-20. What does this passage communicate about the nature of Yeshua? In what significant way was Yeshua depicted as sharing some of the same qualities as the figure of Wisdom—but also be significantly different than Wisdom?

This is then followed by a review of important stories and issues from the past day or so, largely witnessed on social media.