11 And Jesus which is called Justus, which are of the circumcision. These [a]only are my work-fellows unto the [b]kingdom of God, which have been unto my consolation.

12 Epaphras the servant of Christ, which is one of you, saluteth you, and always striveth for you in prayers, that ye may stand perfect, and full in all the will of God.

13 For I bear him record, that he hath a great zeal for you, and for them of Laodicea, and them of Hierapolis,

14 (A)Luke the beloved physician greeteth you, and Demas.

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  1. Colossians 4:11 Why then, Peter was not at that time at Rome.
  2. Colossians 4:11 In the Gospel.

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