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Colossians 1:4 Cross-References
Explore 15 cross-references for Colossians 1:4 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Colossians chapter 1 verse 4 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Since we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus, and of the love which ye have to all the saints,”
Colossians 1:4 (KJV)
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Commentary on Colossians 1:4
Since we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus, and of the love which ye have to all the saints. The phrase tēn pistin en Christō Iēsou (τὴν πίστιν ἐν Χριστῷ Ἰησοῦ, "the faith in Christ Jesus") emphasizes both faith's object and sphere. This isn't generic religiosity but specific trust located in Christ's person and finished work. Epaphras likely brought this report (1:7-8), prompting Paul's letter."The love which ye have to all the saints" reveals faith's authenticating fruit. The totality marker pantas (πάντας, "all") prevents selective love based on ethnicity, status, or preference. Genuine f...
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Cross-References for Colossians 1:4
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“having heard of the faith in the Lord Jesus which is among you”
“brothers”
“before our God and Father.”
“so as to forget your work and the labor of love which you showed toward his name”
“and of the faith which you have toward the Lord Jesus”
“and he who remains in love remains in God”
“when brothers came and testified about your truth”
“nor uncircumcision”
“because we love the brothers. He who doesn't love his brother remains in death.”
“and brought us glad news of your faith and love”