Beware of Evil Workers: Philippians 3:2
“2) Beware of the dogs, beware of the evil workers, beware of the false circumcision;” Philippians 3:2
Rejoicing in the Lord and acknowledging His presence is not an excuse to become careless and sloppy with people. If you see a sign that says “beware of dogs”, it means there is danger ahead. If you proceed, you are likely to get bit!
Technically, the word “dog” in this verse meant a male cult prostitute. A “dog” was any man hired for a despicable purpose. There were evil workers and false Christians in the Roman Empire. They infiltrated the church to prey on innocent and unsuspecting people.
On the one hand, we are to be loving, trusting and gentle in our relationships. On the other hand, we are to be wise and discerning. We are to protect our hearts, family and loved ones from spiritual, physical and emotional abuse.
Physical and sexual abuse of children comes from the most unsuspecting people. Have safety measures in place in your church and home to ensure safe boundaries. Simple precautions can prevent huge damage from evil workers who see Christians as soft targets.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
Sent from my iPhone
“2) Beware of the dogs, beware of the evil workers, beware of the false circumcision;” Philippians 3:2
Rejoicing in the Lord and acknowledging His presence is not an excuse to become careless and sloppy with people. If you see a sign that says “beware of dogs”, it means there is danger ahead. If you proceed, you are likely to get bit!
Technically, the word “dog” in this verse meant a male cult prostitute. A “dog” was any man hired for a despicable purpose. There were evil workers and false Christians in the Roman Empire. They infiltrated the church to prey on innocent and unsuspecting people.
On the one hand, we are to be loving, trusting and gentle in our relationships. On the other hand, we are to be wise and discerning. We are to protect our hearts, family and loved ones from spiritual, physical and emotional abuse.
Physical and sexual abuse of children comes from the most unsuspecting people. Have safety measures in place in your church and home to ensure safe boundaries. Simple precautions can prevent huge damage from evil workers who see Christians as soft targets.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
Sent from my iPhone
