Some doctrines are meant to perish while there is ONE that persists which needs to be promoted. Colossians 2:22 states that all commandments and doctrines of men are to perish and Titus 2:10 states that one ought to adorn the doctrine of God our Saviour in all things. Interestingly, the Bible uses the word ‘doctrine’ in plural form for those that are of men, but in a singular form, for that which is of God. There is only one doctrine of God. What is it? Titus 2:11 gives us the answer. The doctrine of God is “the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to ALL men.” In other words, the doctrine of God is the Gospel; it is Jesus Christ.
The thesaurus lists ‘promotes’ as one of the synonyms that expresses ‘dignify’ for the word ‘adorn’. In other words, the doctrine of God is to be promoted (adorned/dignified) so that it is provocative to all who see us wear (adorn) it.
Doctrines of men perish, while the doctrine of God (Jesus Christ) is to be promoted.
Point(s) to ponder:
1. Are we (adorned) clothed with the doctrine of God i.e., Christ Jesus so that He is promoted or are we following and using perishable doctrines of men?
Colossians 2:21-22 (KJV)
21 (Touch not; taste not; handle not;
22 Which all are to perish with the using;) after the commandments and doctrines of men?
Titus 2:10 (KJV)
10 Not purloining, but shewing all good fidelity; that they may adorn the doctrine of God our Saviour in all things.
Mano Paul
Thank you Rob. The doctrine of God a.k.a., the Gospel of Jesus Christ, is the only ONE that matters for us to settle in heaven with God. 🙂
Rob Barkman
Great Post! Spreading doctrine of men only results in a belief in error resulting and eternal condemnation. The doctrine that comes from God results in a knowledge of the truth, faith in Christ and eternal salvation!