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Colossians 2:5-7
Good News Translation
Colossians 2:5-7
Good News Translation
5 For even though I am absent in body, yet I am with you in spirit, and I am glad as I see the resolute firmness with which you stand together in your faith in Christ.
Fullness of Life in Christ
6 Since you have accepted Christ Jesus as Lord, live in union with him. 7 Keep your roots deep in him, build your lives on him, and become stronger in your faith, as you were taught. And be filled with thanksgiving.
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Colossians 2:5-7
New International Version
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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