Paul turns his attention to evangelism. He requests prayer for his own mission field and then encourages the Colossians to orient themselves toward outsiders in a way that would give them opportunity to win people for Christ. - Colossians 4:2-6
Paul continues giving the household code, explaining how both 1st century slaves and masters ultimately serve and submit to a greater, ultimate, heavenly Master. - Colossians 3:22-4:1
Paul now turns his attention from the new 'spiritual family' created in Christ to the physical family which stands under Christ's rule. - Colossians 3:18-21
After exhorting the Colossians to be rid of the 'old self,' Paul now seeks to turn their focus to character that is consistent with Christ's. - Colossians 3:12-17