Colossians 1:9
"For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you and asking God to fill you with t..." — Colossians 1:9 reveals truths about God's character and His purposes. This passage has been a source of comfort, guidance, and inspiration for believers across generations.
“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.”Colossians 1:9 (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 1:9 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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And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints.
John 17:9I pray for them. I am not praying for the world, but for those you have given me, for they are yours.
John 18:1When he had finished praying, Jesus left with his disciples and crossed the Kidron Valley. On the other side there was an olive grove, and he and his disciples went into it.
Luke 1:10And when the time for the burning of incense came, all the assembled worshipers were praying outside.
Luke 2:37and then was a widow until she was eighty-four. She never left the temple but worshiped night and day, fasting and praying.
Luke 3:21When all the people were being baptized, Jesus was baptized too. And as he was praying, heaven was opened
Luke 6:12One of those days Jesus went out to a mountainside to pray, and spent the night praying to God.
Luke 9:18Once when Jesus was praying in private and his disciples were with him, he asked them, “Who do the crowds say I am?”
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Heavenly Father, thank You for the truth revealed in Colossians 1:9. 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 1:9 mean?
"For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you and asking God to fill you with t..." — Colossians 1:9 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 1:9?
Colossians 1:9 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 1:9 read in other translations?
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