8 Whom I have sent unto you for the same purpose, that he might know your estate, and comfort your hearts;
8 I have sent him to you for this very purpose, that you may know how we are and that he may encourage your hearts,
8 I've sent him to you so that you would know how things are with us, and so he could encourage you in your faith.
8 I am sending him to you for this very purpose, that he may know your circumstances and comfort your hearts,
8 I have sent him to you for this very purpose-to let you know how we are doing and to encourage you.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Colossians 4:8
Commentary on Colossians 4:7-9
(Read Colossians 4:7-9)
Ministers are servants to Christ, and fellow-servants to one another. They have one Lord, though they have different stations and powers for service. It is a great comfort under the troubles and difficulties of life, to have fellow Christians caring for us. Circumstances of life make no difference in the spiritual relation among sincere Christians; they partake of the same privileges, and are entitled to the same regards. What amazing changes Divine grace makes! Faithless servants become faithful and beloved brethren, and some who had done wrong, become fellow-workers of good.