The New Testament presents us with 13 letters written by the apostle Paul, which are commonly known as the “epistles of Paul.” In one of them, Saint Paul addresses the Church of Colossaewhich was going through a period of quite marked spiritual crisis.
We invite you to discover the context and content of the epistle of Saint Paul to the Colossians and some of its beautiful Biblical passages.
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The apostle Paul addresses the Colossians
In its epistle to the colossiansSaint Paul transmits to them the doctrinal teachings to combat the heresy that had spread in the Church of Colossae, and shares with them some practical exhortations on the Christian conduct they should adopt to face such a situation. Let us bear in mind that, in this letter, Saint Paul also reminds the Colossians the work of Jesus and his divine glory, exalting the person of Christ, with the purpose of placing him at the center of the faith of believers. Subsequently, St. Paul also alludes to various themes related to family life, work and relationships with others, while declaring that Jesus is the only one who can satisfy the needs of the human being.
Next, we briefly present the four chapters that make up the epistle to the Colossians:
- In the first chapter, after having professed his faith in Jesus Christ and recalled his mission, Saint Paul calls the Colossians to conversion.
- In the second chapter, the apostle encourages the Colossians to stand firm in their faith, reminding them of certain biblical foundations and warning them about those who wanted to lead them away from the faith.
- In the third chapter we can find many exhortations and practical advice on how to live the teachings of Christ.
- Finally, in the last chapter, St. Paul encourages the Colossians to remain prayerful and wise, then ends his letter with final greetings.
7 beautiful biblical passages from Colossians
Colossians 1
“He is the Image of the invisible God, the Firstborn of all creation, because in him all things were created, both in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible beings, Thrones, Dominations, Principalities and Powers: everything was created through him and for him” (Colossians 1:15-16).
Colossians 2
“Live in Christ Jesus, the Lord, just as you have received him, rooted and built up in him, relying on the faith that was taught to you and constantly giving thanks” (Colossians 2:6-7).
“Do not allow yourself to be enslaved by anyone with the emptiness of a deceitful philosophy, inspired by purely human traditions and the elements of the world, and not by Christ” (Colossians 2:8).
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Colossians 3
“Since you have risen with Christ, seek the goods of heaven where Christ is seated at the right hand of God” (Colossians 3:1).
“As God’s chosen ones, his saints and loved ones, clothe yourselves with feelings of deep compassion. Practice benevolence, humility, gentleness, patience. Bear with one another, and forgive each other whenever someone has a grievance against another. The Lord has forgiven you: do the same.” (Colossians 3:12-13).
Colossians 4
“Persevere in prayer, always watching over it with thanksgiving” (Colossians 4:2).
“Behave sensibly in your relationships with those who do not believe, making the most of the present time. May your conversations always be pleasant and timely, so that you know how to respond to each one properly” (Colossians 4:5-6).
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