Colossians 2:5-7
Amplified Bible
5 For even though I am absent [from you] in body, nevertheless I am with you in spirit, [a]delighted to see your good discipline [as you stand shoulder to shoulder and form a solid front] and to see the stability of your faith in Christ [your steadfast reliance on Him and your unwavering confidence in His power, wisdom, and goodness].
6 Therefore as you have received Christ Jesus the Lord, walk in [union with] Him [reflecting His character in the things you do and say—living lives that lead others away from sin], 7 having been deeply rooted [in Him] and now being continually built up in Him and [becoming increasingly more] established [b]in your faith, just as you were taught, and overflowing in it with gratitude.
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- Colossians 2:5 Lit rejoicing and seeing.
- Colossians 2:7 Or by.
Colossians 2:5-7
New International Version
5 For though I am absent from you in body, I am present with you in spirit(A) and delight to see how disciplined(B) you are and how firm(C) your faith in Christ(D) is.
Spiritual Fullness in Christ
6 So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord,(E) continue to live your lives in him, 7 rooted(F) and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught,(G) and overflowing with thankfulness.
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