Colossians 1:1-2·~1 min
Greetings from Paul and Timothy
Paul writes as an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God together with Timothy our brother to the saints and faithful brothers in Christ at Colossae, speaking grace and peace from God the Father.
P1aul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, 2To the saints and faithful brothers in Christ at Colossae:
Section summaryPaul opens as an apostle of Christ Jesus by God's will together with Timothy and writes to the saints and faithful brothers in Christ at Colossae. He speaks grace and peace over them from God the Father, setting the letter inside apostolic calling and divine blessing.
Role in the chapterThis brief opening establishes the letter's senders, recipients, and blessing before moving into thanksgiving and prayer.