One of the four short epistles that Paul wrote from prison. The other three are Philippians, Ephesians and Philemon. The Epistle to the Colossians focuses on the person and work of Jesus Christ. Reached unparalleled levels of expression as to what is said of Christ in the Bible. It has themes and common carriers to Ephesians, and sent along with Philemon (Col. 4.9, 17) and another letter to Laodicea (4.16). Paul does not indicate from which prison he writes. His teammates Marcos (4.10) and Lucas (4.14) would be with him in Rome between 61 and 63 AD
Content
Like most of the letters of Paul, Colossians could be divided into a doctrinal section (Chapters 1-2) and practical (Chapters 3-4). After the initial greeting (1:1-2), the apostle gives thanks for the faith, love, hope and witness to the Colossians (1.3-8). Then develops a majestic hymn to Christ in the emphasizing its role in the creation and redemption (1.15-23). Before the superior value of Christ and his work, Paul gladly accepts the obligation to proclaim it and suffer for him (1.24-2.5). Exhorts the Colossians to assert themselves in Christ and not confusing speculations (2.6-23).
In the second section, commands Christians in Colossae to adjust their behavior to their beliefs. As Christians have died and risen with Christ (3.1-4), asked to live for please God. The urge to "do die" what is hateful to God and to "dress up" the character of Christ (3.5-17). True Christianity is also evident in the relations of husband and wife (3.18-19), children and parents (3.20-21) and slaves and masters (3.22-4.1). He concludes by talking about how we must act before unbelievers (4.2-6) and the usual farewell (4.7-18).
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