Colossians 3:24 net — because you know that you will receive your inheritance from the Lord as the reward. Serve the Lord Christ.

NET Bible

"because you know that you will receive your inheritance from the Lord as the reward. Serve the Lord Christ."

— Colossians 3:24, NET Bible

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KJV
“Knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ.”
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ASV
“knowing that from the Lord ye shall receive the recompense of the inheritance: ye serve the Lord Christ. ”
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WEB
“knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance; for you serve the Lord Christ.”
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DRB
“Knowing that you shall receive of the Lord the reward of inheritance. Serve ye the Lord Christ.”
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BBE
“Being certain that the Lord will give you the reward of the heritage: for you are the servants of the Lord Christ.”
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KJVA
“Knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ.”
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Colossians 3 — Context

Fathers, do not provoke your children, so they will not become disheartened.

Slaves, obey your earthly masters in every respect, not only when they are watching– like those who are strictly people-pleasers– but with a sincere heart, fearing the Lord.

Whatever you are doing, work at it with enthusiasm, as to the Lord and not for people,

because you know that you will receive your inheritance from the Lord as the reward. Serve the Lord Christ.

For the one who does wrong will be repaid for his wrong, and there are no exceptions.

Colossians 3:24 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Colossians 3:24 say?

Colossians 3:24 in the NET Bible reads: “because you know that you will receive your inheritance from the Lord as the reward. Serve the Lord Christ.”

Where is Colossians 3:24 in the Bible?

Colossians 3:24 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Colossians, chapter 3, verse 24.

Who wrote Colossians?

Colossians is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle (from prison). It was written c. AD 60–62.

What is the book of Colossians about?

To a church tempted by a Christ-plus-other-wisdom error, Paul writes one of Scripture's loftiest portraits of Jesus: "by him all things consist." In Christ is all the fullness of deity — and complete sufficiency for the believer. Practical instructions for new-creation living follow.

What are the major themes of Colossians?

Colossians explores themes including Supremacy of Christ, Fullness in Christ, New Life, Family, Prayer. These themes shape the meaning and context of Colossians 3:24.

What translation should I read Colossians 3:24 in?

Colossians 3:24 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.

How can I memorize Colossians 3:24?

Colossians 3:24 reads (NET): “because you know that you will receive your inheritance from the Lord as the reward. Serve the Lord Christ.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.

Colossians 3:24 net — because you know that you will receive your inheritance from the Lord as the reward. Serve the Lord Christ.

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