16. Above all, carry the shield of faith so that you can extinguish the flaming arrows of the evil one.
17. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is God’s word.
18. Offer prayers and petitions in the Spirit all the time. Stay alert by hanging in there and praying for all believers.
19. As for me, pray that when I open my mouth, I’ll get a message that confidently makes this secret plan of the gospel known.
20. I’m an ambassador in chains for the sake of the gospel. Pray so that the Lord will give me the confidence to say what I have to say.
21. Tychicus, my loved brother and faithful servant of the Lord, can inform you about my situation and what I’m doing.