Colossians is a letter from the Apostle Paul to the church in Colossae, emphasizing the supremacy and sufficiency of Christ in all things. Paul addresses false teachings and encourages believers to live in a manner worthy of the Lord, highlighting the importance of spiritual growth and unity. The letter underscores Christ's role as the head of the Church and encourages readers to set their minds on heavenly things, fostering a life of love, forgiveness, and gratitude rooted in faith.
1. Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, and Timotheus our brother,2. To the saints and faithful brothers in Christ which are at Colosse: Grace be to you, and peace, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.3. We give thanks to God and the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, praying always for you,
1. For I would that you knew what great conflict I have for you, and for them at Laodicea, and for as many as have not seen my face in the flesh;2. That their hearts might be comforted, being knit together in love, and to all riches of the full assurance of understanding, to the acknowledgment of the mystery of God, and of the Father, and of Christ;3. In whom are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.
1. If you then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sits on the right hand of God.2. Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth.3. For you are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God.
1. Masters, give to your servants that which is just and equal; knowing that you also have a Master in heaven.2. Continue in prayer, and watch in the same with thanksgiving;3. With praying also for us, that God would open to us a door of utterance, to speak the mystery of Christ, for which I am also in bonds:
