| Testament: | New |
| Description: | Colossians is a letter written by the apostle Paul to the church in Colossae. The letter emphasizes the supremacy and sufficiency of Jesus Christ in all things. Paul refutes false teachings that were creeping into the church, such as syncretistic practices and asceticism, and calls the believers to live in a way that honors Christ, rooted in their identity in Him. |
| Chapters: | 1 • 2 • 3 • 4 |
| Author name: | Paul |
| Written date: | AD 60-62 |
| Location: | Rome |
| Genre: | Epistle |
| Chapter count: | 4 |
| Verse count: | 95 |
| Language: | Greek |
| Audience: | Christians in Colossae |
| Theme: | The supremacy of Christ and Christian living |
| Key verses: | Colossians 1:15-20; Colossians 2:9-10; Colossians 3:1-4 |
| Summary: | Colossians is a letter written by the apostle Paul that emphasizes the supremacy of Christ and encourages believers to live in a manner that reflects their faith in Him. The letter addresses false teachings and provides instructions for Christian living. |
| Outline: | I. Introduction (1:1-14)
II. The Supremacy of Christ (1:15-23)
III. Paul's Ministry (1:24-2:5)
IV. Freedom from Human Regulations (2:6-23)
V. Rules for Holy Living (3:1-17)
VI. Instructions for Christian Households (3:18-4:1)
VII. Final Instructions and Greetings (4:2-18) |