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Epaphras
Epaphras was the person who preached the gospel to the people in Colossae. (See Colossians 1:7)
one of you
"from your city" or "your fellow townsman" (UDB)
a slave of Christ Jesus
"a committed disciple of Christ Jesus"
always strives for you in prayer
"earnestly prays for you"
you may stand complete and fully assured
"you may stand mature and confident"
I bear witness of him, that he works hard for you
"I have observed that he has worked very hard for you" (UDB)
Those in Laodicea
The church at the city of Laodicea. Laodicean was very close to Colossae.
Those in Hierapolis
The church at the city of Hierapolis. Hierapolis was also very close to Colossae.
and Demas
Another co-worker with Paul.
salute you
"greet you"