John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Colossians 2:2
That their hearts might be comforted ,.... Here follow the reasons why the apostle had so great a conflict, on account of the above persons, and why he was so desirous they should know it; one is, the consolation of their hearts. The hearts of God's people often need comfort, by reason of indwelling sin, the temptations of Satan, the hidings of God's face, and afflictive providences; and by reason of false teachers, who greatly trouble them, unsettle their minds, weaken their faith, and fill... read more
John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Colossians 2:1
For I would that ye knew what great conflict I have for you ,.... This is occasioned by what he had said in Colossians 1:29 , that he laboured and strove according to the energy of divine power in him, to present every man perfect in Christ; and lest these Colossians should think that these labours and strivings of his were only for all and every of those persons among whom he was, and to whom he personally preached, he would have them know, observe, and assure themselves, that the great... read more