King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
That ye might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God;
Complete Jewish Bible:
so that you may live lives worthy of the Lord and entirely pleasing to him, being fruitful in every good work and multiplying in the full knowledge of God.
Berean Standard Bible:
so that you may walk in a manner worthy of the Lord and may please Him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God,
American Standard Version:
to walk worthily of the Lord unto all pleasing, bearing fruit in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God;
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
That ye{G5209} might walk{G4043} worthy{G516} of the Lord{G2962} unto{G1519} all{G3956} pleasing{G699}, being fruitful{G2592} in{G1722} every{G3956} good{G18} work{G2041}, and{G2532} increasing{G837} in{G1519} the knowledge{G1922} of God{G2316};
Cross-References (KJV):
Ephesians 4:1
- ¶ I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called,
Hebrews 13:21
- Make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is wellpleasing in his sight, through Jesus Christ; to whom [be] glory for ever and ever. Amen.
2 Peter 1:2
- Grace and peace be multiplied unto you through the knowledge of God, and of Jesus our Lord,
2 Peter 1:3
- According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that [pertain] unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue:
John 15:16
- Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you, that ye should go and bring forth fruit, and [that] your fruit should remain: that whatsoever ye shall ask of the Father in my name, he may give it you.
1 John 3:22
- And whatsoever we ask, we receive of him, because we keep his commandments, and do those things that are pleasing in his sight.
1 Thessalonians 4:1
- ¶ Furthermore then we beseech you, brethren, and exhort [you] by the Lord Jesus, that as ye have received of us how ye ought to walk and to please God, [so] ye would abound more and more.
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Commentary for Colossians 1:10
Colossians 1:10 is part of the New Testament, specifically within the epistle (letter) written by the Apostle Paul to the church in Colossae, a city in what is now modern-day Turkey. This verse reflects the broader themes of the letter, which include the preeminence of Christ, the nature of the church, and the encouragement of Christian living.
In its historical context, the church at Colossae was dealing with various heretical teachings and cultural pressures that threatened to lead believers away from the centrality of Christ. Paul's letter, therefore, is an attempt to fortify the Colossian Christians' faith by expounding on the supremacy of Christ and the sufficiency of His redemptive work.
The verse itself, Colossians 1:10, encapsulates Paul's desire for the Colossians to live lives that are in harmony with their faith in Jesus Christ. The apostle expresses his hope that they would "walk worthy" or live in a manner consistent with the Lord's will, aiming to please Him in all respects. This involves being "fruitful in every good work," indicating that their conduct should produce positive, moral outcomes that reflect God's character. Additionally, Paul emphasizes the importance of growing in the "knowledge of God," suggesting that their understanding and relationship with God should deepen over time.
In summary, Colossians 1:10 is a directive for Christians to live lives that honor God through righteous conduct and a deepening understanding of Him, which is both a personal and communal endeavor, essential for the spiritual health and witness of the church. Paul's words continue to resonate with believers today, encouraging a life that is both practically and intellectually devoted to God.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: G5209
There are 388 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὑμᾶς
Transliteration: hymâs
Pronunciation: hoo-mas'
Description: accusative case of ὑμεῖς; you (as the objective of a verb or preposition):--ye, you (+ -ward), your (+ own). - Strong's Number: G4043
There are 90 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: περιπατέω
Transliteration: peripatéō
Pronunciation: per-ee-pat-eh'-o
Description: from περί and πατέω; to tread all around, i.e. walk at large (especially as proof of ability); figuratively, to live, deport oneself, follow (as a companion or votary):--go, be occupied with, walk (about). - Strong's Number: G516
There are 37 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀξίως
Transliteration: axíōs
Pronunciation: ax-ee'-oce
Description: adverb from ἄξιος; appropriately:--as becometh, after a godly sort, worthily(-thy). - Strong's Number: G2962
There are 687 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: κύριος
Transliteration: kýrios
Pronunciation: koo'-ree-os
Description: from (supremacy); supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title):-- God, Lord, master, Sir. - Strong's Number: G1519
There are 1513 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: εἰς
Transliteration: eis
Pronunciation: ice
Description: a primary preposition; to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases:--(abundant-)ly, against, among, as, at, (back-)ward, before, by, concerning, + continual, + far more exceeding, for (intent, purpose), fore, + forth, in (among, at, unto, -so much that, -to), to the intent that, + of one mind, + never, of, (up-)on, + perish, + set at one again, (so) that, therefore(-unto), throughout, til, to (be, the end, -ward), (here-)until(-to), …ward, (where-)fore, with. Often used in composition with the same general import, but only with verbs (etc.) expressing motion (literally or figuratively). - Strong's Number: G3956
There are 1075 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: πᾶς
Transliteration: pâs
Pronunciation: pas
Description: including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole:--all (manner of, means), alway(-s), any (one), X daily, + ever, every (one, way), as many as, + no(-thing), X thoroughly, whatsoever, whole, whosoever. - Strong's Number: G699
There are 1 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀρεσκεία
Transliteration: areskeía
Pronunciation: ar-es'-ki-ah
Description: from a derivative of ἀρέσκω; complaisance:--pleasing. - Strong's Number: G2592
There are 8 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: καρποφορέω
Transliteration: karpophoréō
Pronunciation: kar-pof-or-eh'-o
Description: from καρποφόρος; to be fertile (literally or figuratively):--be (bear, bring forth) fruit(-ful). - Strong's Number: G1722
There are 2129 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐν
Transliteration: en
Pronunciation: en
Description: a primary preposition denoting (fixed) position (in place, time or state), and (by implication) instrumentality (medially or constructively), i.e. a relation of rest (intermediate between εἰς and ἐκ); "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.:--about, after, against, + almost, X altogether, among, X as, at, before, between, (here-)by (+ all means), for (… sake of), + give self wholly to, (here-)in(-to, -wardly), X mightily, (because) of, (up-)on, (open-)ly, X outwardly, one, X quickly, X shortly, (speedi-)ly, X that, X there(-in, -on), through(-out), (un-)to(-ward), under, when, where(-with), while, with(-in). Often used in compounds, with substantially the same import; rarely with verbs of motion, and then not to indicate direction, except (elliptically) by a separate (and different) preposition. - Strong's Number: G18
There are 929 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀγαθός
Transliteration: agathós
Pronunciation: ag-ath-os'
Description: a primary word; "good" (in any sense, often as noun):--benefit, good(-s, things), well. Compare καλός. - Strong's Number: G2041
There are 161 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἔργον
Transliteration: érgon
Pronunciation: er'-gon
Description: from a primary (but obsolete) (to work); toil (as an effort or occupation); by implication, an act:--deed, doing, labour, work. - Strong's Number: G2532
There are 5212 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: καί
Transliteration: kaí
Pronunciation: kahee
Description: apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words:--and, also, both, but, even, for, if, or, so, that, then, therefore, when, yet. - Strong's Number: G837
There are 22 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: αὐξάνω
Transliteration: auxánō
Pronunciation: owx-an'-o
Description: a prolonged form of a primary verb; to grow ("wax"), i.e. enlarge (literal or figurative, active or passive):--grow (up), (give the) increase. - Strong's Number: G1922
There are 20 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐπίγνωσις
Transliteration: epígnōsis
Pronunciation: ep-ig'-no-sis
Description: from ἐπιγινώσκω; recognition, i.e. (by implication) full discernment, acknowledgement:--(ac-)knowledge(-ing, - ment). - Strong's Number: G2316
There are 1172 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: θεός
Transliteration: theós
Pronunciation: theh'-os
Description: of uncertain affinity; a deity, especially (with ὁ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very:--X exceeding, God, god(-ly, -ward).