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Paul's Remote Pastoral Connection
- Paul writes to a church he didn't found and barely knows, showing pastoral care across distance.
- Epaphras acts as the local contact who connects Paul to Colossae's situation.
Colossae Grew From Ephesus' Influence
- Colossae likely grew as a ripple effect from the thriving church in Ephesus nearby.
- Geographic proximity and trade routes explain how Christian influence spread regionally.
Religious Syncretism Fueled By Trade
- Colossae's position on trade routes forced religious syncretism to keep commerce smooth.
- That environment made mixing beliefs socially acceptable and tempting for Christians.