Colossians 2:1-4

The New King James Version Chapter 2

For I want you to know what a great conflict I have for you and those in Laodicea, and for as many as have not seen my face in the flesh, 2 that their hearts may be encouraged, being knit together in love, and attaining to all riches of the full assurance of understanding, to the knowledge of the mystery of God, both of the Father and of Christ, 3 in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.

4 Now this I say lest anyone should deceive you with persuasive words. 5 For though I am absent in the flesh, yet I am with you in spirit, rejoicing to see your good order and the steadfastness of your faith in Christ.

know - to know (cognitive) v. — to be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about. to know how to be skilled in

conflict - conflict n. — any contest or struggle. Meet to games, fight, an effort, anxiety.

Have - to have v. — to have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense. to grip, hold, wear.

Face - face (human) n. — the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear. Personal Presence, Countenance

Flesh - physical body but figuratively the sense of experiencing someone in person

may be encouraged - to be comforted (state) v. — to be or become consoled for sorrow or distress. To call near, call to one’s side, to instruct, teach, strengthen.

Heart - Kardia - heart (internal feature) n. — the sum of a person’s thoughts (mind), volition, emotions, and knowledge of right from wrong (conscience) understood as the heart. Inner self

Being knit together - to be unified v. — to be or become formed or combined into a whole. to unite, Coalesce, join together.

Love - love (affection) n. — a strong positive emotion of regard and affection. Esteem, loving concern, good will.

Riches -wealth n. — an abundance of material possessions and resources.

full assurance -complete confidence n. — a confidence that is full and complete in someone or something. Complete Certainty

understanding -comprehension n. — an ability to understand the meaning or importance of something (or the knowledge acquired as a result). Insight, mental putting together, a flowing together

The Knowledge -personal recognition n. — coming to understand something clearly and distinctly or as true and valid; often with a personal acquaintance that necessitates a positive or negative reaction. discernment, precise and correct knowledge, acknowledgement

Mystery - divine secret n. — a secret whose concerned party is a deity alone and those to whom he chooses to share the information; especially concerning the method and history of God’s redemption or other supernatural information.

Hidden -secret (concealed) adj. — concealed from the notice or knowledge of all persons except the individual or individuals concerned. not able to be known, treasured, stored up

Treasures - treasure (wealth) n. — accumulated wealth in the form of money, jewels, or other valuables. Repository, storehouse, the place where good & precious things are collected & laid up

Wisdom - the knowledge and practice of the requisites for godly and upright living, skill in the management of affairs, devout and proper prudence in interpersonal relationships with men, skill and discretion in imparting Christian truth.

should deceive -to cleverly deceive v. — to deceive with subtle and often specious reasoning. To reckon fraudulently, to beguile, to cheat be false reasoning, misreckon

persuasive words - persuasive speech n. — using language effectively to please or persuade. to become friends with, to win ones favor, art of persuasion, use of probable arguments.

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