3:1-3 Paul truly lived his life working to establish this philosophy as a philosophy of life on earth among humanity. Paul did not come to enforce a religion or series of customs. His message was true and authentic in that it came from creation (God, Spirit) and directly into humanity. This philosophy of life is above documentation and confirmation done by authorities. This is an openhearted message, a wholehearted way of life.
3:4-6 Paul encourages us to release rigid-religion and to open ourselves to spirituality. All creation has come from God, including this blueprint of how to live life. The authenticity and confirmation of this philosophy comes from and through God and the beautiful works, thoughts, and lives of His children.
3:7-11 Paul speaks of this, the New Testament. The New Testament solidifies everything taught in the Old Testament but through the pure filter of God's, creation's love for us. God's interactions with the people in the context of the Old Testament changed the world. Paul marvels at the thought that again, with these letters, essentially, written to God's children today and future, will doubtless do the same. There is so much glory and love and guidance abounding within and because of this philosophy of life as more and more people through generations absorb and promote it.
3:12-13 The New Testament was presented differently than the Old Testament in that it was written quite directly to God's children. It was written for and to you. Moses was and represented a bridge to God but the New Testament connects you personally with Him. Moses led but this generation, began by Paul, was ready not just to be lead but also to be taught. The New Testament allows, encourages and supports us as fellow workers with God. The New Testament is full of guidance, love, blessings and purpose.
3:14-15 The more obscure concepts of the Old Testament are made transparent by the teachings of the New Testament. They each corroborate each other but are presented in different ways. Remember that when you seek God, His love and wisdom, you find Him, Matthew 7:7. Whatever hinders or taints your path or your ability to learn and grow, God diminishes. When you join the compassionate intention of creation (God), its ability to persevere and thrive becomes yours.
3:16 When you sincerely, studiously ask for guidance and wisdom, you receive it. Your perspective broadens and your ability to observe and analyze is honed. There is purpose and order here to be found but only by those who are truly looking.
3:17-18 When we absorb God's philosophy, He absorbs us. His love and liberty direct and protect our lives. When our spirits express the elements of which He (creation) is made: love, justice, compassion, hope, wisdom, faith, joy truth, we awaken to our true nature that is made of Him. Children of God are a manifestation of His love and ability. Of Him, by Him, for Him, from Him, to Him.
We are love, compassion and creation manifestation... come alive. We are breathing, thinking versions of life. The more tuned with our spirituality we are, the closer we are to home.
