Thematic Bible

Colossians 4:1

Masters, treat your slaves with justice and fairness, because you know that you also have a master in heaven.

Colossians 4:2

Be devoted to prayer, keeping alert in it with thanksgiving.

Colossians 4:3

At the same time pray for us too, that God may open a door for the message so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains.

Colossians 4:4

Pray that I may make it known as I should.

Colossians 4:5

Conduct yourselves with wisdom toward outsiders, making the most of the opportunities.

Colossians 4:6

Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you should answer everyone.

Colossians 4:7

Tychicus, a dear brother, faithful minister, and fellow slave in the Lord, will tell you all the news about me.

Colossians 4:8

I sent him to you for this very purpose, that you may know how we are doing and that he may encourage your hearts.

Colossians 4:9

I sent him with Onesimus, the faithful and dear brother, who is one of you. They will tell you about everything here.

Colossians 4:10

Aristarchus, my fellow prisoner, sends you greetings, as does Mark, the cousin of Barnabas (about whom you received instructions; if he comes to you, welcome him).

Colossians 4:11

And Jesus who is called Justus also sends greetings. In terms of Jewish converts, these are the only fellow workers for the kingdom of God, and they have been a comfort to me.

Colossians 4:12

Epaphras, who is one of you and a slave of Christ, greets you. He is always struggling in prayer on your behalf, so that you may stand mature and fully assured in all the will of God.

Colossians 4:13

For I can testify that he has worked hard for you and for those in Laodicea and Hierapolis.

Colossians 4:14

Our dear friend Luke the physician and Demas greet you.

Colossians 4:15

Give my greetings to the brothers and sisters who are in Laodicea and to Nympha and the church that meets in her house.

Colossians 4:16

And after you have read this letter, have it read to the church of Laodicea. In turn, read the letter from Laodicea as well.

Colossians 4:17

And tell Archippus, "See to it that you complete the ministry you received in the Lord."

Colossians 4:18

I, Paul, write this greeting by my own hand. Remember my chains. Grace be with you.