Colossians 1:1
“Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, and Timotheus our brother,”

What does Colossians 1:1 mean?
The Bible verse Colossians 1:1 from the King James Version (KJV) states, "Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, and Timotheus our brother." This verse marks the beginning of the letter to the Colossians, written by the apostle Paul. In this verse, Paul identifies…
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In the epistle to the Colossians, the Apostle Paul introduces himself with a profound declaration: "Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, and Timotheus our brother" (Colossians 1:1, KJV). This opening verse invites us into a reflection on the nature of divine…
Read devotionalPrayerA Prayer of Commitment and Service Inspired by Colossians 1:1
Heavenly Father, As I come before You in prayer today, I pause in reflection upon the profound words of the Apostle Paul, who opens his letter to the Colossians with a declaration of his identity and purpose, stating, "Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, and…
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