en_tn/col/01/01.md

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  • (This is a letter from Paul and Timothy to the Colossian believers.)
  • **an apostle of Christ Jesus through the will of God ** - "chosen by God to be an apostle of Christ Jesus"
  • our brother - Paul includes his audience in "our". (See: en:ta:vol2:translate:figs_inclusive)
  • **set apart for God ** - Means morally blameless or consecrated or holy ones. Can be translated as "saints".
  • Grace to you - To give or wish a blessing upon another.
  • Grace to you - "you" refers to the Colossian saints and faithful brethren. (See: en:ta:vol2:translate:figs_pluralpronouns)
  • **we always pray for you ** - This is an expression for "we prayed very often and sincerely for you." (See: en:ta:vol2:translate:figs_hyperbole)