Colossians 4:8 Devotionals, Articles & Bible Study

⁸I have sent him to you for this very purpose, that you may know about us, and that he may encourage your hearts.

— Colossians 4:8

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Jesus didn't pray for unity just so Christians could sit in a happy circle, hold hands, and sing Kum Ba Yah around the campfire at church camp. Phil Ware reflects on the words of Jesus, the actions of the apostle Paul, and the example of a couple of men in his life, all focused on the theme of reconciliation.

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