1. Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, and Timothy our brother,
2. To the saints and faithful brethren in Christ who are in Colosse:Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.
3. We give thanks to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, praying always for you,
4. since we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of your love for all the saints;