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Colossians 1:1-2

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1 I, Paul, have been sent on special assignment by Christ as part of God's master plan. Together with my friend Timothy,
1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother,
2 I greet the Christians and stalwart followers of Christ who live in Colosse. May everything good from God our Father be yours!
2 To God’s holy people in Colossae, the faithful brothers and sisters in Christ: Grace and peace to you from God our Father.
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