Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on Colossians 1:11 in English Standard Version "being strengthened with all power, according to his glorious might, for all endurance and patience with joy;" Mt 5:12 Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you. Eph 3:16 that according to the riches of his glory he may grant you to be strengthened with power through his Spirit in your inner being, Eph 4:2 with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love,