Colossians
“And ye are complete in him, which is the head of all principality and power:”
Colossians 2:10
Colossians 2:10 (KJV) speaks to identity in Christ, accepted in Christ, and worth in God — 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
“So God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them.”
Genesis 1:27“But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name:”
John 1:12“Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God: therefore the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not.”
1 John 3:1“For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.”
Ephesians 2:10“But of him are ye in Christ Jesus, who of God is made unto us wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctification, and redemption:”
1 Corinthians 1:30“For thou art an holy people unto the LORD thy God: the LORD thy God hath chosen thee to be a special people unto himself, above all people that are upon the face of the earth.”
Deuteronomy 7:6
Common questions
What does Colossians 2:10 mean?
In the King James Version, Colossians 2:10 reads: "And ye are complete in him, which is the head of all principality and power:" The verse speaks to identity in Christ, accepted in Christ, and worth in God. To read it well, take it in the flow of Colossians 2 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 2:10 in the King James Version?
Yes. "And ye are complete in him, which is the head of all principality and power:" is Colossians 2:10 in the King James Version (KJV), found in Colossians chapter 2.
What are some related Bible verses to Colossians 2:10?
Verses that sit beside Colossians 2:10 include Genesis 1:27, John 1:12, and 1 John 3:1. Reading them alongside Colossians 2:10 deepens the theme of identity in Christ.
How can I pray with Colossians 2:10?
Read Colossians 2:10 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.