Chapter 1
1 Paul, an apostle, not of men, neither by man, but by Jesus Christ, to the brethren at Laodicea.
2 Grace unto you: and peace from God the Father and from the Lord Jesus Christ.
3 I give Christ thanks in my every prayer, that you are enduring in Him and persevering in His good works, looking for the promise of the day of judgment.
4 Let not the vain speeches of any trouble you, that they may turn you away from the truth of the gospel which I have preached.
5 And now, may God cause those who are of me will continue serving unto the increase of the truth of the Gospel, and doing kindness which works salvation of eternal life.
6 And now my bonds are seen, which I suffer in Christ, and so I am glad and I rejoice.
7 And this is for my eternal salvation, which comes through your prayers and the ministry of the Holy Spirit, whether it be by life or by death.
8 For truly to me, to live is to be in Christ, and to die is a joy
9 And he will work his mercy in you, so that you will have the same love and be of one mind.
10 So, beloved, as you have heard in my presence, so hold fast and work in the fear of God, and eternal life will be yours.
11 Since it is God that works in you,
12 do whatever you do without hesitation.
13 And for the rest, beloved, rejoice in Christ and beware of those who are out for sordid gain
14 Let all your petitions be made openly before God. And be ye steadfast in the mind of Christ.
15 And what is sound and true and sober and just and lovable, do these things.
16 And what you have heard and accepted, hold it in your heart, peace will be yours.
17 Salute all the brethren with a holy kiss.
18 The saints salute you.
19 The grace of the Lord Jesus with your spirit.
20 And cause that this be read to the Colossians: and that of the Colossians to you.