Colossians 1:10
"And we pray this in order that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and may please him in every way: bearing fruit in ..." — Colossians 1:10 reveals truths about God's character and His purposes. This passage has been a source of comfort, guidance, and inspiration for believers across generations.
“And we pray this in order that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and may please him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God,”Colossians 1:10 (NIV)
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For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you and asking God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all spiritual wisdom and understanding.
being strengthened with all power according to his glorious might so that you may have great endurance and patience, and joyfully
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“The Word Became FleshIn the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”
— John 1:1
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Colossians 1:10 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Colossians. This verse comes from chapter 1, which can be read in full at the Colossians chapter 1 page. Understanding the surrounding passages helps illuminate the deeper meaning of this verse.
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As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received.
Hebrews 11:38the world was not worthy of them. They wandered in deserts and mountains, and in caves and holes in the ground.
Isaiah 40:17Before him all the nations are as nothing; they are regarded by him as worthless and less than nothing.
Isaiah 41:24But you are less than nothing and your works are utterly worthless; he who chooses you is detestable.
James 1:26If anyone considers himself religious and yet does not keep a tight rein on his tongue, he deceives himself and his religion is worthless.
Romans 8:18I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.
1 Peter 3:4Instead, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight.
1 Thessalonians 2:12encouraging, comforting and urging you to live lives worthy of God, who calls you into his kingdom and glory.
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Heavenly Father, thank You for the truth revealed in Colossians 1:10. Open my heart to receive Your Word and transform my life. Help me apply this Scripture faithfully and share its hope with others. In Jesus' name, Amen.
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What does Colossians 1:10 mean?
"And we pray this in order that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and may please him in every way: bearing fruit in ..." — Colossians 1:10 reveals truths about God's character and His purposes. This passage has been a source of comfort, guidance, and inspiration for believers across generations. The original biblical context enriches our understanding of how this verse applies today.
What is the context of Colossians 1:10?
Colossians 1:10 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Colossians. This verse comes from chapter 1, which can be read in full at the Colossians chapter 1 page. Understanding the surrounding passages helps illuminate the deeper meaning of this verse.
How does Colossians 1:10 read in other translations?
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