We are all used to the idea that if we tamper with something we may easily wreck it. Consider a contract that has been worked over and perfected or a great work of art. If an effective antidote to the pandemic were to be discovered it would be a brave medic who sought to tamper with it prior to vaccinating the patient. The spiritual benefits of what Jesus offers are similar. Jesus offers free forgiveness, a glorious relationship with God today and the assured certainty of heaven. But his offer comes with a warning label—no modification!
A global spirituality on offer to all
Colossians 1:24-29
Paul’s Ministry to the Church
24 Now I rejoice in my sufferings for your sake, and in my flesh I am filling up what is lacking in Christ’s afflictions for the sake of his body, that is, the church, 25 of which I became a minister according to the stewardship from God that was given to me for you, to make the word of God fully known, 26 the mystery hidden for ages and generations but now revealed to his saints. 27 To them God chose to make known how great among the Gentiles are the riches of the glory of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory. 28 Him we proclaim, warning everyone and teaching everyone with all wisdom, that we may present everyone mature in Christ. 29 For this I toil, struggling with all his energy that he powerfully works within me.

