Verse MeaningColossiansSome background helps
Colossians 4:13: Meaning Explained
For I bear him record, that he hath a great zeal for you, and them that are in Laodicea, and them in Hierapolis.
Colossians 4:13
“I can testify that he works tirelessly for you, and for those in Laodicea and Hierapolis.”
What Does This Verse Mean?
Paul says that Epaphras works really hard, praying for several churches, not just yours.
What’s Happening Here
Epaphras is dedicated and faithful. He does not give up or get tired.
Key Words
testifyto say what you know is true
tirelesslywithout getting tired or giving up
Why It Matters
Faithful service is a character trait to admire. We should all work hard for others.
Did You Know?
Caring for multiple churches shows Epaphras's love was not limited to one place, he wanted all believers to grow.
Word Study
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I bearμαρτυρῶ
G1063
Forγὰρ
G846
himαὐτῷ
G3754
thatὅτι
G2192
he hathἔχει
G2205
zealζῆλον
G4183
a greatπολὺν
G5228
forὑπὲρ
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youὑμῶν
G2532
andκαὶ
G1722
them inἐν
G2993
LaodiceaΛαοδικείᾳ
G2404
HierapolisἹεραπόλει
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