Chapter 1 - He gives thanks for the grace bestowed upon the Colossians and prays for them. Christ is the head of the church and the peacemaker through his blood. Paul is his minister. Chapter 2 - He warns them against the impostures of the philosophers and the Jewish teachers, that would withdraw them from Christ. Chapter 3 - He exhorts them to put off the old man, and to put on the new. The duties of wives and husbands, children and servants. Chapter 4 - He recommends constant prayer and wisdom. Various salutations.