Colossians 2:16-23

Introduction:
Additives to perfection produce imperfection

I. Additives to refuse (vv. 16-18)
A. Self-appointed judges (log-eyed lords!)
B. Revived shadows of redemption
C. Logical reductions

II. Life for those who have died in Christ (vv. 19-23)
A. Life redeemed and abundant
B. Definitive death
C. Escape from externals
D. Principles from the perishing
E. Resemblance vs. reality

III. Summary and application
Shallow rules cannot compare with substantial life and radical righteousness