en_tn/col/01/01.md

(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: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-inclusive)

set apart for God

Means morally blameless or consecrated or holy ones. AT: "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: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-pluralpronouns)

we always pray for you

AT: "we prayed very often and sincerely for you." (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-hyperbole)