## We pray you ##

"we" Paul and Timothy but not the Colossians (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-exclusive]]) "pray you" the Colossian believers (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-you]])

## may be strengthened in every ability according ​to the power of his glory ##

"may be given strength in every ability by his glorious might".

## into all perseverance and patience ##

"to never quit  believing and to be patient"

## as you joyfully give thanks to the Father ##

"as you give thanks with a joyful attitude to the Father"

## has qualified us for a share ##

The Father has accepted us to share

## has qualified us ##

Paul is including the colossian believers. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-inclusive]])

## for a share in the inheritance ##

"to receive a part of the inheritance"

## in light ##

"in the glory of his presence"

## for those set apart ##

“for those without moral fault” or "selected for special use". AT: “saints”.

## for him ##

"for the Father"