Paul had never been to Colossae
but he had seen the church’s website
and was excited about the believers there.
We always thank God… since we heard of your faith… and love
Col 1.3-4 (bits and pieces)
Same verse, a little more fully:
We always thank God…
since we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus
and of the love that you have for all the saints
Col 1.3a; 4
Faith in Christ is how we get into the family.
Love the saints is what we do once we are in.