Colossians 2:1-5 - Christ, The Mystery Of God
1 Let me tell you how hard I worked for you, for the people in Laodicea, and for all others who do not personally know me. 2 I do this that they may be filled with courage and be united (knit) together in love. I have the full assurance that only true understanding brings. In this way they will accurately know God's secret, which is Christ himself. 3 In him is concealed all the hidden treasures of God's wisdom and knowledge.
4 I tell you this: Do not let anyone deceive you with false arguments, no matter how good they seem to be. 5 Even though I am absent in body, yet I am with you in spirit (mental disposition). I am glad when I see the resolute firmness with which you stand together in your faith in Christ.