16. and above all, taking the shield of faith, with which you will be able to extinguish all the fiery arrows of the evil one.
17. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.
18. Pray in the Spirit always with all kinds of prayer and supplication. To that end be alert with all perseverance and supplication for all the saints.
19. Pray for me, that the power to speak may be given to me, that I may open my mouth boldly to make known the mystery of the gospel,
20. for which I am an ambassador in chains, that I may speak boldly as I ought to speak.
21. Now that you also may know my activities and how I am doing, Tychicus, a beloved brother and faithful minister in the Lord, will make everything known to you.
22. I have sent him to you for this very purpose, that you might know our activities and that he might comfort your hearts.
23. Peace be to the brothers, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.
24. Grace be with all those who love our Lord Jesus Christ in sincerity. Amen.