Definition: For this cause we also, since the day we heard [it], do not cease to pray for you, and to desire that ye might be filled with the knowledge of his will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding;

Explanation: Okay, let’s break down this verse from Colossians 1:9. It’s a really beautiful and important message about our relationship with God and how we should continue to connect with Him. Here's what it means in simpler terms: Basically, it’s saying: “We don’t stop praying for you, and we want to help you understand God better – not just intellectually, but spiritually.” Let’s unpack each part a little more carefully: “For this cause we also, since the day we heard [it], do not cease to pray for you…” This is saying that even now , after hearing about Jesus and His teachings, we still need to keep praying for us. It's like a continued connection, a constant desire to help you grow in your relationship with God. “Hearing it” refers to the message of Christ and his teachings that we’ve received. “…and to desire that ye might be filled with the knowledge of his will…” This is the core of the verse – we want to grow in understanding about God's plan for our lives. “His will” means what God wants for us, His purpose and design for our lives. “Filled with the knowledge” means that we need to be able to understand and grasp this will. “…in all wisdom and spiritual understanding.” This is the result of wanting to know God’s will. It's not just about learning facts; it’s about understanding His nature, His purpose, and how He wants us to live a life that honors Him. It means growing in our spirit – becoming more like Christ. Putting it all together: This verse is saying that we should continue to pray for you and want to grow in your understanding of God’s plan for your life. It’s about wanting to understand what He wants for you, not just the surface level facts, but to truly grasp His will and live a life that reflects Him perfectly. In short: We're called to keep praying for you and striving to grow in understanding of God's purpose for your life! Does this explanation make sense? Would you like me to go into more detail about any specific part, or perhaps offer a related thought? For example, we could talk about: The importance of spiritual understanding. How this relates to our faith journey.