3. At the same time also pray for us. Pray that God will give us an opportunity to speak the word so that we may tell the mystery about Christ. It is because of this mystery that I am a prisoner.
4. Pray that I may make this mystery as clear as possible. This is what I have to do.
5. Be wise in the way you act toward those who are outside ⌊the Christian faith⌋. Make the most of your opportunities.
6. Everything you say should be kind and well thought out so that you know how to answer everyone.
7. I’m sending Tychicus to you. He is our dear brother, trustworthy deacon, and partner in the Lord’s work. He will tell you everything that is happening to me.
8. I’m sending him to you so that you may know how we are doing and so that he may encourage you.