1 From Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by God’s will, and Timothy our brother.
2 To the holy and faithful brothers and sisters in Christ in Colossae. Grace and peace to you from God our Father.
3 We always give thanks to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you.
4 We’ve done this since we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and your love for all God’s people.
5 You have this faith and love because of the hope reserved for you in heaven. You previously heard about this hope through the true message, the good news,