Colossians 1:28
"We proclaim him, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present everyone perfect in Christ...." — Colossians 1:28 reveals truths about God's character and His purposes. This passage has been a source of comfort, guidance, and inspiration for believers across generations.
“We proclaim him, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present everyone perfect in Christ.”Colossians 1:28 (NIV)
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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 1:28 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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Then we will no longer be infants, tossed back and forth by the waves, and blown here and there by every wind of teaching and by the cunning and craftiness of men in their deceitful scheming.
John 14:23Jesus replied, “If anyone loves me, he will obey my teaching. My Father will love him, and we will come to him and make our home with him.
John 14:24He who does not love me will not obey my teaching. These words you hear are not my own; they belong to the Father who sent me.
John 15:20Remember the words I spoke to you: ‘No servant is greater than his master.’ If they persecuted me, they will persecute you also. If they obeyed my teaching, they will obey yours also.
Proverbs 3:1My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart,
Romans 12:7If it is serving, let him serve; if it is teaching, let him teach;
1 Corinthians 11:2I praise you for remembering me in everything and for holding to the teachings, just as I passed them on to you.
1 Timothy 4:2Such teachings come through hypocritical liars, whose consciences have been seared as with a hot iron.
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Heavenly Father, thank You for the truth revealed in Colossians 1:28. 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 1:28 mean?
"We proclaim him, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present everyone perfect in Christ...." — Colossians 1:28 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 1:28?
Colossians 1:28 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 1:28 read in other translations?
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