What does Colossians 1:2 mean?

Colossians 1:2 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Colossians 1:2 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

To the saints and faithful brethren in Christ which are at Colosse: Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

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

2To the saints and faithful brethren in Christ which are at Colosse: Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

3We give thanks to God and the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, praying always for you,

4Since we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus, and of the love which ye have to all the saints,

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