For it was in him that the divine Fulness willed to settle without limit,

and by him it willed to reconcile in his own person all on earth and in heaven alike, in a peace made by the blood of his cross.

To them God willed to make known among the Gentiles how glorious are the riches of that secret truth, which is "Christ in you, the hope of glory."

Epaphras, who is one of you and a bond-servant of Christ Jesus, sends you greetings. [He is] always striving for you in his prayers, praying with genuine concern, [pleading] that you may [as people of character and courage] stand firm, [spiritually mature] and fully assured in all the will of God.