17 and everything whatever[a] you do in word or in deed, giving thanks for all things in the name of the Lord Jesus to God the Father through him.

Mutual Responsibilities in Christian Relationships

18 Wives, be subject to your husbands, as is fitting in the Lord. 19 Husbands, love your wives and do not be embittered against them.

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Footnotes

  1. Colossians 3:17 Literally “if anything that”

17 And whatever you do,(A) whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks(B) to God the Father through him.

Instructions for Christian Households(C)

18 Wives, submit yourselves to your husbands,(D) as is fitting in the Lord.

19 Husbands, love your wives and do not be harsh with them.

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