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Colossians 1:5 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Colossians 1:5 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Colossians chapter 1 verse 5 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“For the hope which is laid up for you in heaven, whereof ye heard before in the word of the truth of the gospel;”
Colossians 1:5 (KJV)
Commentary on Colossians 1:5
For the hope which is laid up for you in heaven, whereof ye heard before in the word of the truth of the gospel. The verb apokeimenen (ἀποκειμένην, "laid up") means stored or treasured, using imagery of valuables kept secure. Christian hope isn't wishful thinking but confident expectation of guaranteed future reality, reserved en tois ouranois (ἐν τοῖς οὐρανοῖς, "in the heavens") beyond earthly tampering.This heavenly orientation counters the Colossian heresy's emphasis on present mystical experiences. Hope grounds faith and energizes love—believing God's promises about the future enables pres...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Colossians 1:5
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“who according to his great mercy became our father again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead”
“having heard the word of the truth”
“there is stored up for me the crown of righteousness”
“which God”
“which is Christ in you”
“long for the pure milk of the Word”
“we are of all men most pitiable.”
“grounded and steadfast”
“and a bringing in of a better hope”
“that”