1. Colossians 1:1 (ESV)
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What is Paul indicating with his mention of “Christ Jesus”?

Colossians 1:1 (ESV)

1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother,

Paul is indicating the source of his apostleship. He is writing as one who is now owned by Christ. And Christ is speaking through Paul.

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