Epaphras who is one of you (Επαφρας ο εξ υμων). See 1:7 for previous mention of this brother who had brought Paul news from Coloss…

Epaphras. (See Barnes' Notes on Colo ians 1:7).

Always laboring fervently for you in prayers. The marginal note reads, "or…

Epaphras: See Note on Colossians 1:7.

Servant of Christ: A title assumed by St. James and St. Jude, as well…

Epaphras, mentioned in 1:7 as the founder of the Colossian church and as Paul’s representative, is here described as “one of you” (cf. v.9) and as …

Always striving. Here we have an example of a good pastor, whom distance of place cannot induce to forget the Church, nor prevent him from…

Epaphras, who is one of you
A native of Colosse, and one of their faithful ministers; see ([Reference Colossians 1:7…

Paul had differed with Barnabas on account of this Mark. Yet he is not only reconciled but also recommends him to the churches. This is an example …

Previously, Paul gave specific teachings for each group of people; here he gives instructions for everyone. First, he shows what their relationship…