Weymouth New Testament in Modern Speech, Colossians

Listen as Paul, an apostle appointed by God, writes to the believers in Colossae with warmth and earnest concern. His greeting blends gratitude for their faith with a prayerful hope that they grow in wisdom and discernment. The modern‑speech translation renders his lofty theology—Christ as the visible image of the invisible God, the source of all creation—into clear, everyday language that feels both fresh and reverent.

Beyond the opening greetings, Paul urges the community to live lives worthy of their calling, to embody patience, love, and unity as the body of Christ. He shares vivid reflections on the mystery of redemption and the power that sustains believers in everyday struggles. Listeners will find encouragement in his heartfelt appeal to let Christ’s presence shape every thought and action, all delivered in a smooth narration that brings ancient truth into today’s world.