1 Paul, apostle of Christ Jesus, by God's will, and Timotheus the brother,
2 to the holy and faithful brethren in Christ which are in Colosse. Grace to you and peace from God our Father and Lord Jesus Christ.
3 We give thanks to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ continually when praying for you,
4 having heard of your faith in Christ Jesus, and the love which ye have towards all the saints,