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Epaphras likely founds the church at Colossae after learning from Paul.
COL.1.7

As ye also learned of Epaphras our dear fellowservant, who is for you a faithful minister of Christ;

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Epaphras

Epaphras was a native of Colossae who likely founded the church there after being converted under Paul's ministry in Ephesus. He traveled to Rome to report to Paul about the Colossian church and remained with him as a "fellow prisoner." Epaphras was known for his fervent prayers, always wrestling in prayer for the believers in Colossae, Laodicea, and Hierapolis that they might stand firm and mature in their faith. Paul commended him as a faithful minister of Christ.

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Journey Timeline

  1. Church Foundingc. AD 52-55

    Colossae

    Epaphras likely founds the church at Colossae after learning from Paul.

    COL 1:7

  2. Visit to Paulc. AD 60-62

    Rome

    Epaphras visits Paul in prison and reports on the Colossian church.

    COL 1:7-8

  3. Wrestling in Prayerc. AD 60-62

    Colossae

    Epaphras strives earnestly in prayer for the Colossians.

    COL 4:12-13

  4. Fellow Prisonerc. AD 60-62

    Colossae

    Paul calls Epaphras his fellow prisoner in Christ.

    PHM 1:23

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