Who is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of every creature:
Colossians 1:15 KJV
About the Book of Colossians
Paul writes to a church he had not founded, likely planted by his colleague Epaphras, to counter teaching that added angel worship, ritual rules and special knowledge to faith in Christ. His reply is that Christ is supreme over all creation and fully sufficient. He then applies that to everyday relationships, urging believers to put off old habits and put on compassion, kindness and forgiveness. Its message is that nothing needs to be added to Christ.
- Testament: New Testament
- Genre: Letter
- Chapters: 4
- Verses: 95
Who Wrote Colossians, and When?
Author: Traditionally attributed to the apostle Paul.
When it was written: Probably around AD 60 to 62, written from prison.
Main Themes in Colossians
- Christ above everything
- Sufficient in him
- A new way of living
A Key Verse: Colossians 1:15
Who is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of every creature:
It begins one of the most exalted descriptions of Jesus in the New Testament.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many chapters and verses are in Colossians?
Colossians has 4 chapters and 95 verses in the King James Version.
Who wrote Colossians?
Author: Traditionally attributed to the apostle Paul. When it was written: Probably around AD 60 to 62, written from prison.
What is Colossians about?
Paul writes to a church he had not founded, likely planted by his colleague Epaphras, to counter teaching that added angel worship, ritual rules and special knowledge to faith in Christ. His reply is that Christ is supreme over all creation and fully sufficient. He then applies that to everyday relationships, urging believers to put off old habits and put on compassion, kindness and forgiveness. Its message is that nothing needs to be added to Christ.
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