(This is a letter from Paul and Timothy to the Colossian believers.)

## an apostle of Christ Jesus through the will of God  ##

"chosen by God to be an apostle of Christ Jesus"

## our brother ##

Paul includes his audience in "our". (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-inclusive]])

## set apart for God  ##

Means morally blameless or consecrated or holy ones. Can be translated as "saints".

## Grace to you ##

To give or wish a blessing upon another.

## Grace to you ##

"you" refers to the Colossian saints and faithful brethren. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-pluralpronouns]])

## we always pray for you  ##

This is an expression for "we prayed very often and sincerely for you." (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-hyperbole]])