NET Bible
"I sent him to you for this very purpose, that you may know how we are doing and that he may encourage your hearts."
— Colossians 4:8, NET Bible
“Whom I have sent unto you for the same purpose, that he might know your estate, and comfort your hearts;”
“whom I have sent unto you for this very purpose, that ye may know our state, and that he may comfort your hearts; ”
“I am sending him to you for this very purpose, that he may know your circumstances and comfort your hearts,”
“What I have sent to you for this same purpose, that he may know the things that concern you and comfort your hearts:”
“And I have sent him to you for this very purpose, so that you may have news of how we are, and so that he may give your hearts comfort;”
“Whom I have sent unto you for the same purpose, that he might know your estate, and comfort your hearts;”
Conduct yourselves with wisdom toward outsiders, making the most of the opportunities.
Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you should answer everyone.
Personal Greetings and Instructions Tychicus, a dear brother, faithful minister, and fellow slave in the Lord, will tell you all the news about me.
I sent him to you for this very purpose, that you may know how we are doing and that he may encourage your hearts.
I sent him with Onesimus, the faithful and dear brother, who is one of you. They will tell you about everything here.
Aristarchus, my fellow prisoner, sends you greetings, as does Mark, the cousin of Barnabas(about whom you received instructions; if he comes to you, welcome him).
And Jesus who is called Justus also sends greetings. In terms of Jewish converts, these are the only fellow workers for the kingdom of God, and they have been a comfort to me.