en_tn/col/01/11.md

We pray

The word "we" refers to Paul and Timothy but not to the Colossians. (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-exclusive)

into joyful perseverance and patience

Paul speaks of the Colossian believers as if God would move them into a location of perseverance and patience. In reality, he is praying that they will always be joyful and never stop trusting in God and that they will be completely patient as they honor him. (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor)