Colossians
“In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins:”
Colossians 1:14
Colossians 1:14 (KJV) speaks to redemption, forgiveness of sin, and the cross — words set in Colossians, Paul's letter on the supremacy of Christ. Sit with it for a moment, and let the words do their quiet work.
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Verses that sit beside this one
“For this is my blood of the new testament, which is shed for many for the remission of sins.”
Matthew 26:28“Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.”
1 Peter 2:24“For Christ also hath once suffered for sins, the just for the unjust, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh, but quickened by the Spirit:”
1 Peter 3:18“But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin.”
1 John 1:7“And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins.”
Matthew 1:21“Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.”
Titus 2:14
Common questions
What does Colossians 1:14 mean?
In the King James Version, Colossians 1:14 reads: "In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins:" The verse speaks to redemption, forgiveness of sin, and the cross. To read it well, take it in the flow of Colossians 1 rather than on its own, and let the words settle slowly — reading it aloud, or turning it into a short prayer, is often what makes its meaning land.
Is Colossians 1:14 in the King James Version?
Yes. "In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins:" is Colossians 1:14 in the King James Version (KJV), found in Colossians chapter 1.
What are some related Bible verses to Colossians 1:14?
Verses that sit beside Colossians 1:14 include Matthew 26:28, 1 Peter 2:24, and 1 Peter 3:18. Reading them alongside Colossians 1:14 deepens the theme of redemption.
How can I pray with Colossians 1:14?
Read Colossians 1:14 slowly, take a breath, and turn it into a short prayer in your own words — thanking God for what it promises, or asking for what it points to. Keep it somewhere you will see it today, and let it be a companion rather than a task to finish.