Philippians 3:1-4 - Warning Against Evil Workers

1 In conclusion, my brethren, be joyful in the Lord. For me to give you the same warnings as before is not irksome to me, while so far as you are concerned it is a safe precaution.

2 Beware of 'the dogs,' the bad workmen, the self-mutilators. 3 For we are the true circumcision--we who render to God a spiritual worship and make our boast in Christ Jesus and have no confidence in outward ceremonies: 4 although I myself might have some excuse for confidence in outward ceremonies. If any one else claims a right to trust in them, far more may I: