Title: leadership and believers now is the time to stop bleeding on people that did not cut you.
In the Bible, circumcision primarily represents a physical and spiritual marker of belonging to Jehovah chosen people. It signifies a sacred covenant between Jehovah and Abraham, while spiritually symbolizing the cleansing of sin and a totally devoted spiritual heart.
It's astonishing to me that some individuals who profess to have walked with the Lord for 23 years haven't experienced deliverance yet when leadership can threaten running over a person with their car all promoting balance because of a disagreement that attitude is highlighting a pressing need for deliverance that is clearly seen through the bad attitude those who haven't received deliverance are in urgent need of deliverance It’s nothing in this world like the spiritual circumcision it’s the circumcision of our spiritual hearts our mind it is a lifetime event people that call themselves leadership and believers that have not been completely healed yet or bleeding on people that did not cut them preaching, teaching speaking from a open womb is dangerous to the listeners.
Colossians 2:11
In him you were also circumcised with a circumcision not performed by human hands. Your whole self ruled by the flesh was put off when you were circumcised by Christ,
The "Circumcision of Christ": Unlike the Old Testament physical rite practiced by the Jews (which the Colossian heretics were likely pressuring Gentile believers to adopt), this spiritual transformation is done by God. It represents the "cutting away" of humanity's sinful nature.
The "Body of the Flesh": This refers to the old, unregenerate self and its separation from Jehovah, rather than the physical human body itself. It signifies that a believer's old way of life is dead and replaced by Christ's life.
Historical SettingThe Colossian Heresy: The early church in Colossae was facing "enticing words" and deceptive philosophies that blended legalism (keeping Jewish laws like circumcision), mysticism, and asceticism.Paul's Goal: Paul reminds the Colossians that Christ is completely sufficient. Following extra, man-made religious rules is unnecessary because Christ has already fully accomplished their salvation and given them new life.
Reflecting on the spiritual significance of circumcision, it goes beyond a mere physical ritual and represents a profound transformation of the heart and mind. This spiritual circumcision is vital for every believer's journey. From personal experience, I have seen how struggles with bitterness, unforgiveness, and pride can lead to 'bleeding' on those who did not harm us — a reflection of inner wounds unhealed and spiritual deliverance still pending. Leadership in the Christian community carries a heavy responsibility. Leaders who have not undergone full deliverance risk misguiding others through unresolved anger and harshness. I have witnessed instances where disputes among believers were worsened by leadership attitudes that seemed more about control than compassion, as mentioned in the original reflection regarding threats and imbalance in leadership conduct. This underscores the urgent need for leaders and believers alike to seek deeper spiritual healing. The biblical passage from Colossians 2:11 highlights that true circumcision is not an external act but a God-led cutting away of the sinful flesh — the old self. This transformation ushers believers into a new life, free from the bondage of legalism, mysticism, and false philosophies that confused the early church in Colossae. Applying this to modern faith contexts, it reminds me that clinging to man-made rules or harsh judgments can distract from Christ's sufficiency and grace. In practical terms, embracing spiritual circumcision means daily surrender and repentance, allowing God to prune attitudes and mindsets that foster division or resentment. The phrase "TIME TO STOP! dreams" in the image echoes a personal call to cease destructive spiritual bleeding — to stop carrying wounds and offenses that do not belong to us, and instead extend grace and unity. By doing so, we reflect Christ’s love and foster genuine healing within the body of believers. Ultimately, spiritual circumcision is a lifelong process of becoming more like Christ, shedding the fleshly ways that alienate us from God and others. It’s a deeply personal journey but one that also profoundly impacts the community when lived out authentically. Leaders and members of the church must encourage and support one another in this transformation, promoting peace rather than division—and healing rather than hurt.
