10-11 Aristarchus, who is in jail here with me, sends greetings; also Mark, cousin of Barnabas (you received a letter regarding him; if he shows up, welcome him); and also Jesus, the one they call Justus. These are the only ones left from the old crowd who have stuck with me in working for God’s kingdom. Don’t think they haven’t been a big help!

12-13 Epaphras, who is one of you, says hello. What a trooper he has been! He’s been tireless in his prayers for you, praying that you’ll stand firm, mature and confident in everything God wants you to do. I’ve watched him closely, and can report on how hard he has worked for you and for those in Laodicea and Hierapolis.

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11 Jesus, who is called Justus, also sends greetings. These are the only Jews[a] among my co-workers(A) for the kingdom of God, and they have proved a comfort to me. 12 Epaphras,(B) who is one of you(C) and a servant of Christ Jesus, sends greetings. He is always wrestling in prayer for you,(D) that you may stand firm in all the will of God, mature(E) and fully assured. 13 I vouch for him that he is working hard for you and for those at Laodicea(F) and Hierapolis.

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Footnotes

  1. Colossians 4:11 Greek only ones of the circumcision group