because of the hope laid up for you in heaven. Of this you have heard before in the word of the truth, the gospel,

For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him.

and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, making peace by the blood of his cross.

if indeed you continue in the faith, stable and steadfast, not shifting from the hope of the gospel that you heard, which has been proclaimed in all creation under heaven, and of which I, Paul, became a minister.

Masters, treat your bondservants justly and fairly, knowing that you also have a Master in heaven.