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[18] I, Paul, write this greeting with my own hand. Remember my chains. Grace be with you. Colossians 4:18 What striking words to end a letter, “remember my chains.” The words conjure up vivid images and yet why use them when maybe you would want the church in...

[16] And when this letter has been read among you, have it also read in the church of the Laodiceans; and see that you also read the letter from Laodicea. Colossians 4:16 My church background was one of Strict and Particular Baptist Churches. As part of the service...

[15] Give my greetings to the brothers at Laodicea, and to Nympha and the church in her house. Colossians 4:15 We must never minimise or overlook the incredible influence in the early church of a number of courageous and faithful women. Where does one begin to list...

Please read Colossians 4:7-17 In Greek mythology, Narcissus was a hunter from Thespiae in Boeotia who was known for his beauty. According to Tzetzes, he rejected all romantic advances, eventually falling in love with his own reflection in a pool of water, staring at...

[10] Aristarchus my fellow prisoner greets you, and Mark the cousin of Barnabas (concerning whom you have received instructions—if he comes to you, welcome him), Colossians 4:10 We’ve learned much from the falling out of Paul and Barnabas over Mark but there’s one...

[10] Aristarchus my fellow prisoner greets you, and Mark the cousin of Barnabas (concerning whom you have received instructions—if he comes to you, welcome him), Colossians 4:10 We are continuing to look at the apparent falling out between Paul and Barnabas over the...

[10] Aristarchus my fellow prisoner greets you, and Mark the cousin of Barnabas (concerning whom you have received instructions—if he comes to you, welcome him), Colossians 4:10 Why is it that Christians fall out? I am not talking about minor things like they jumped...

[7] Tychicus will tell you all about my activities. He is a beloved brother and faithful minister and fellow servant in the Lord. [8] I have sent him to you for this very purpose, that you may know how we are and that he may encourage your hearts, [9] and with him...

[3] At the same time, pray also for us, that God may open to us a door for the word, to declare the mystery of Christ, on account of which I am in prison—[4] that I may make it clear, which is how I ought to speak. Colossians 4:3-4 One of the biggest challenges facing...

[2] Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving. Colossians 4:2 At first read you might get the impression that prayer is mainly about steadfast prayer, persevering prayer and a just to make it a little lighter or easier include a dose of...

[22] Bondservants, obey in everything those who are your earthly masters, not by way of eye-service, as people-pleasers, but with sincerity of heart, fearing the Lord. [23] Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, [24] knowing that from the...

[20] Children, obey your parents in everything, for this pleases the Lord. [21] Fathers, do not provoke your children, lest they become discouraged. Colossians 3:20-21 My father and mother were simple folk. Dad worked as a grocer in a corner shop, mum worked...