822 B
822 B
Walk in Christ Jesus the Lord
This is an expression for living in a certain manor or consistent way. (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom)
that you received him
"that you Colossian believers received Christ"
Be firmly planted in him
This metaphor compares the way a plant needs deep roots to grow well to the way believers need strong faith in order to mature spiritually. (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor)
be built upon him
This metaphor shows that the Christian life needs to be based on Christ in the same way a building needs to be built on a solid foundation. (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor)
be established in faith
live your life based upon your faith in Jesus Christ
abound with thanksgiving
to be very thankful to God.