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3 And pray for us as well, that God may open a door to us for the word, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains,
4 Pray that I may declare it clearly, as I should.
5 Behave wisely toward outsiders, making the most of the opportunity.
6 Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.
7 Tichicus will tell you all the news about me; he is a dear brother, a faithful minister and fellow slave in the Lord.
8 I am sending him to you for this very purpose, that you may know our circumstances and that he may encourage your hearts,
9 He is coming with Onesimus, that 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 greetings, as does Mark the cousin of Barnabas. You have already 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 been a comfort to me.
12 Epaphras, who is one of you and a servant of Christ Jesus, sends you greetings. He is always wrestling in prayer for you, so that you may stand mature and fully assured in the full will of God.
13 I testify for him that he has worked hard for you and for those who are in Laodicea and Hierapolis.
14 Luke, the beloved physician, and Demas send you greetings.
15 Give my greetings to the brethren at Laodicea, and to Nympha and the church in her house.
16 After this letter has been read among you, make sure 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 ministry you have received in the Lord.”
18 I, Paul, write this greeting in my own hand. Remember my chains. Grace be with you.