3. meanwhile praying also for us, that God would open to us a door for the word, to speak the mystery of Christ, for which I am also in chains,
4. that I may make it manifest, as I ought to speak.
5. Walk in wisdom toward those who are outside, redeeming the time.
6. Let your speech always be with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how you ought to answer each one.
7. Tychicus, a beloved brother, faithful minister, and fellow servant in the Lord, will tell you all the news about me.
8. I am sending him to you for this very purpose, that he may know your circumstances and comfort your hearts,
9. with Onesimus, a faithful and beloved brother, who is one of you. They will make known to you all things which are happening here.
10. Aristarchus my fellow prisoner greets you, with Mark the cousin of Barnabas (about whom you received instructions: if he comes to you, welcome him),