Big Idea: Because Jesus is supreme over every philosophy, we must stay rooted in Him and not be led astray by anything less than Him. 8 See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy, which depends on human tradition and the basic principles of this world rather than on Christ. Colossians 2:8 (NIV) 9 For in Christ all the fullness of the Deity lives in bodily form, 10 and you have been given fullness in Christ, who is the head over every power and authority. 11 In him you were also circumcised, in the putting off of the sinful nature, not with a circumcision done by the hands of men but with the circumcision done by Christ, 12 having been buried with him in baptism and raised with him through your faith in the power of God, who raised him from the dead. Colossians 2:9-12 (NIV) 13 When you were dead in your sins and in the uncircumcision of your sinful nature, God made you alive with Christ. He forgave us all our sins, 14 having canceled the written code, with its regulations, that was against us and that stood opposed to us; he took it away, nailing it to the cross. 15 And having disarmed the powers and authorities, he made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them by the cross. Colossians 2:13-15 (NIV) 6 So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live in him, 7 rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness. Colossians 2:6-7 (NIV) NEXT RIGHT STEPS This week, I will: Spend daily time staying rooted in Christ Evaluate what is influencing my thinking Replace one false belief with biblical truth Declare my identity in Christ daily Big Idea: Because Jesus is supreme over every philosophy, we must stay rooted in Him and not be led astray by anything less than Him. Opening Prayer: Ask God to help you recognize what is shaping your thinking and to anchor your life firmly in Christ. Icebreaker (5 minutes): What is something you believed strongly at one point in your life—but later realized wasn’t true? What changed your thinking? Read Colossians 2:6–15 together. Key Truth: There are many voices shaping our thinking—but only one truth that leads to life: Jesus is enough. Discussion Questions: Family / Youth Friendly Questions Which of the three action steps stood out to you most this week? • Stay rooted in Christ • Guard your mind • Trust Jesus is enough Why do you think it’s easy to be influenced by culture or other voices? → Stay Rooted in Christ Read Colossians 2:6–7 What does it mean to be “rooted and built up in Christ”? What are some signs that someone is spiritually drifting instead of growing? What helps you personally stay connected to Jesus during a busy week? → Guard Your Mind from Empty Thinking Read Colossians 2:8 Paul warns about being “taken captive” by hollow and deceptive philosophy. What are some modern examples of this? What voices most influence your thinking right now? • social media • culture • friends • personal feelings • past experiences How can we tell the difference between truth and something that sounds good but isn’t from God? → Trust That Jesus Is Enough Read Colossians 2:9–15 What stands out to you most about what Jesus has done for us in this passage? • fullness of God • forgiveness • canceled debt • victory over sin and death Where are you most tempted to look for identity, security, or fulfillment outside of Jesus? What would change in your life if you truly believed “I am complete in Christ”? Pray for: discernment, spiritual stability, renewed minds, confidence in Christ