Colossians 4:16

NET Bible® (New English Translation)

And after you have read this letter, have it read to the church of Laodicea. In turn, read the letter from Laodicea as well.

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Referenced Verses

  • 1 Thess 5:27 : 27 I call on you solemnly in the Lord to have this letter read to all the brothers and sisters.
  • 2 Thess 3:14 : 14 But if anyone does not obey our message through this letter, take note of him and do not associate closely with him, so that he may be ashamed.

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