Col 1:1 | MHM | STEP | Inscription and Apostolical Benediction This section opens Paul’s letter to the Colossians. It introduces the writers, Paul and Timothy, and greets the believers in Colossae. Paul reminds them of his authority as an apostle, the unity among Christian leaders, and the special relationship all believers share in Christ. He also gives a blessing, wishing them grace and peace from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. v. 1 : Paul begins by calling himself an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God (Colossians 1:1 ). He explains that being an apostle is not because of his own ability or worth, but because God chose him. An apostle is a special messenger, called directly by Christ and given the task to start churches and teach Christian truth. Paul feels responsible to do his best because God made him an apostle. Paul includes Timothy as a co-author, showing humility. Even though Paul sometimes calls Timothy his son ( my son Timothy , 2 Timothy 2:1 ), here he calls him his brother. This teaches older or more experienced church leaders to treat younger ones with respect and kindness, as equals in Christ.

‏ Colossians 1:1

Inscription and Apostolical Benediction

This section opens Paul’s letter to the Colossians. It introduces the writers, Paul and Timothy, and greets the believers in Colossae. Paul reminds them of his authority as an apostle, the unity among Christian leaders, and the special relationship all believers share in Christ. He also gives a blessing, wishing them grace and peace from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

v. 1: Paul begins by calling himself an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God (Colossians 1:1 ^a). He explains that being an apostle is not because of his own ability or worth, but because God chose him. An apostle is a special messenger, called directly by Christ and given the task to start churches and teach Christian truth. Paul feels responsible to do his best because God made him an apostle.

Paul includes Timothy as a co-author, showing humility. Even though Paul sometimes calls Timothy his son (my son Timothy, 2 Timothy 2:1 ^b), here he calls him his brother. This teaches older or more experienced church leaders to treat younger ones with respect and kindness, as equals in Christ.