Summary
Paul begins by urging masters to treat servants justly, reminding them of a heavenly master. He then calls for continued prayer and thanksgiving, and intercedes that a door of utterance be opened so he may speak the mystery of Christ, even in his bonds. Paul instructs the Colossian believers to walk in wisdom, speak with grace and salt, and to be prepared for all occasions. He then lists a series of greetings from close associates—Tychicus, Onesimus, Aristarchus, Marcus, Jesus (Justus), Epaphras, Luke, Demas, Nymphas, and Archippus—each with brief notes about their roles and their purpose in the letter. He reminds the recipients to read his epistle and that of Laodicea in both churches, encouraging mutual edification. Paul concludes with a personal benediction, acknowledging his bonds and offering grace, ending with an affirmation of his own name.