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Colossians 4:3-18

3 And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains.

4 Pray that I may proclaim it clearly, as I should.

5 Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity.

6 Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.

7 Final Greetings
Tychicus will tell you all the news about me. He is a dear brother, a faithful minister and fellow servant in the Lord.

8 I am sending him to you for the express purpose that you may know about our circumstances and that he may encourage your hearts.

9 He is coming with Onesimus, our faithful and dear brother, who is one of you. They will tell you everything that is happening here.

10 My fellow prisoner Aristarchus sends you his greetings, as does Mark, the cousin of Barnabas. (You have received instructions about him; if he comes to you, welcome him.)

11 Jesus, who is called Justus, also sends greetings. These are the only Jews among my fellow workers for the kingdom of God, and they have proved a comfort to me.

12 Epaphras, who is one of you and a servant of Christ Jesus, sends greetings. He is always wrestling in prayer for you, that you may stand firm in all the will of God, mature and fully assured.

13 I vouch for him that he is working hard for you and for those at Laodicea and Hierapolis.

14 Our dear friend Luke, the doctor, and Demas send greetings.

15 Give my greetings to the brothers at Laodicea, and to Nympha and the church in her house.

16 After this letter has been read to you, see that it is also read in the church of the Laodiceans and that you in turn read the letter from Laodicea.

17 Tell Archippus: “See to it that you complete the work you have received in the Lord.”

18 I, Paul, write this greeting in my own hand. Remember my chains. Grace be with you.

Cross References for Colossians 4:3-18

Colossians 1:26 - the mystery that has been kept hidden for ages and generations, but is now disclosed to the sai... Click to read the verse Colossians 1:26 Click to read the verse Colossians 1:26

1 Thessalonians 5:25 - Brothers, pray for us. Click to read the verse 1 Thessalonians 5:25 Click to read the verse 1 Thessalonians 5:25

Hebrews 13:18 - Pray for us. We are sure that we have a clear conscience and desire to live honorably in every ... Click to read the verse Hebrews 13:18 Click to read the verse Hebrews 13:18

2 Timothy 2:9 - for which I am suffering even to the point of being chained like a criminal. But God’s word is ... Click to read the verse 2 Timothy 2:9 Click to read the verse 2 Timothy 2:9

Ephesians 6:19 - Pray also for me, that whenever I open my mouth, words may be given me so that I will fearlessl... Click to read the verse Ephesians 6:19 Click to read the verse Ephesians 6:19

Philippians 1:19 - for I know that through your prayers and the help given by the Spirit of Jesus Christ, what has... Click to read the verse Philippians 1:19 Click to read the verse Philippians 1:19

2 Corinthians 1:11 - as you help us by your prayers. Then many will give thanks on our behalf for the gracious favor... Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 1:11 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 1:11

Acts 14:27 - On arriving there, they gathered the church together and reported all that God had done through... Click to read the verse Acts 14:27 Click to read the verse Acts 14:27

John 10:3 - The watchman opens the gate for him, and the sheep listen to his voice. He calls his own sheep ... Click to read the verse John 10:3 Click to read the verse John 10:3

1 Corinthians 4:1 - Apostles of Christ So then, men ought to regard us as servants of Christ and as those entrusted... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 4:1 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 4:1

Matthew 13:11 - He replied, “The knowledge of the secrets of the kingdom of heaven has been given to you, but n... Click to read the verse Matthew 13:11 Click to read the verse Matthew 13:11

2 Timothy 1:16 - May the Lord show mercy to the household of Onesiphorus, because he often refreshed me and was ... Click to read the verse 2 Timothy 1:16 Click to read the verse 2 Timothy 1:16

Acts 10:27 - Talking with him, Peter went inside and found a large gathering of people. Click to read the verse Acts 10:27 Click to read the verse Acts 10:27

Revelation 3:8 - I know your deeds. See, I have placed before you an open door that no one can shut. I know that... Click to read the verse Revelation 3:8 Click to read the verse Revelation 3:8

Colossians 2:2-3 - My purpose is that they may be encouraged in heart and united in love, so that they may have th... Click to read the verse Colossians 2:2-3 Click to read the verse Colossians 2:2-3

Ephesians 3:1 - Paul the Preacher to the Gentiles For this reason I, Paul, the prisoner of Christ Jesus for the... Click to read the verse Ephesians 3:1 Click to read the verse Ephesians 3:1

1 Corinthians 16:9 - because a great door for effective work has opened to me, and there are many who oppose me. Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 16:9 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 16:9

2 Thessalonians 3:1 - Request for Prayer Finally, brothers, pray for us that the message of the Lord may spread rapid... Click to read the verse 2 Thessalonians 3:1 Click to read the verse 2 Thessalonians 3:1

Ephesians 4:1 - Unity in the Body of Christ As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy ... Click to read the verse Ephesians 4:1 Click to read the verse Ephesians 4:1

Ephesians 3:4 - In reading this, then, you will be able to understand my insight into the mystery of Christ, Click to read the verse Ephesians 3:4 Click to read the verse Ephesians 3:4

Revelation 3:7-8 - To the Church in Philadelphia “To the angel of the church in Philadelphia write: These are the ... Click to read the verse Revelation 3:7-8 Click to read the verse Revelation 3:7-8

Ephesians 6:19-20 - Pray also for me, that whenever I open my mouth, words may be given me so that I will fearlessl... Click to read the verse Ephesians 6:19-20 Click to read the verse Ephesians 6:19-20

2 Corinthians 2:12 - Ministers of the New Covenant Now when I went to Troas to preach the gospel of Christ and found... Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 2:12 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 2:12

Philippians 1:13-14 - As a result, it has become clear throughout the whole palace guard and to everyone else that I ... Click to read the verse Philippians 1:13-14 Click to read the verse Philippians 1:13-14

Philippians 1:7 - It is right for me to feel this way about all of you, since I have you in my heart; for whether... Click to read the verse Philippians 1:7 Click to read the verse Philippians 1:7

Colossians 4:18 - I, Paul, write this greeting in my own hand. Remember my chains. Grace be with you. Click to read the verse Colossians 4:18 Click to read the verse Colossians 4:18

Romans 15:30-32 - I urge you, brothers, by our Lord Jesus Christ and by the love of the Spirit, to join me in my ... Click to read the verse Romans 15:30-32 Click to read the verse Romans 15:30-32

Philemon 1:22 - And one thing more: Prepare a guest room for me, because I hope to be restored to you in answer... Click to read the verse Philemon 1:22 Click to read the verse Philemon 1:22

2 Thessalonians 3:1-2 - Request for Prayer Finally, brothers, pray for us that the message of the Lord may spread rapid... Click to read the verse 2 Thessalonians 3:1-2 Click to read the verse 2 Thessalonians 3:1-2

Hebrews 13:18-19 - Pray for us. We are sure that we have a clear conscience and desire to live honorably in every ... Click to read the verse Hebrews 13:18-19 Click to read the verse Hebrews 13:18-19