Deceptive Philosophy

See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy, which depends on human tradition and the elemental spiritual forces of this world rather than on Christ. — Colossians 2:8

It's hard not to be caught up in human philosophy and the latest trend.

But God warns us not to let hollow and deceptive philosophy take us captive.

Anything that depends on human tradition rather than on God should take a back seat to God's plan for me.

The spiritual forces of this world are in a battle for control over my mind and heart. 

But the ultimate winner of that battle will be Jesus. 

Help me, Lord, to be discerning and to follow you rather than deceptive philosophies.