Colossians 1:24
"Paul’s Labor for the Church Now I rejoice in what was suffered for you, and I fill up in my flesh what is still lacking ..." — Colossians 1:24 reveals truths about God's character and His purposes. This passage has been a source of comfort, guidance, and inspiration for believers across generations.
“Paul’s Labor for the Church Now I rejoice in what was suffered for you, and I fill up in my flesh what is still lacking in regard to Christ’s afflictions, for the sake of his body, which is the church.”Colossians 1:24 (NIV)
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if you continue in your faith, established and firm, not moved from the hope held out in the gospel. This is the gospel that you heard and that has been proclaimed to every creature under heaven, and of which I, Paul, have become a servant.
I have become its servant by the commission God gave me to present to you the word of God in its fullness—
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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 1:24 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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Heavenly Father, thank You for the truth revealed in Colossians 1:24. 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 1:24 mean?
"Paul’s Labor for the Church Now I rejoice in what was suffered for you, and I fill up in my flesh what is still lacking ..." — Colossians 1:24 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 1:24?
Colossians 1:24 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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