1. Masters, treat your slaves justly and fairly, realizing that you too have a Master in heaven.
2. Persevere in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving;
3. at the same time, pray for us, too, that God may open a door to us for the word, to speak of the mystery of Christ, for which I am in prison,
4. that I may make it clear, as I must speak.
5. Conduct yourselves wisely toward outsiders, making the most of the opportunity.
6. Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you know how you should respond to each one.
7. Tychicus, my beloved brother, trustworthy minister, and fellow slave in the Lord, will tell you all the news of me.
8. I am sending him to you for this very purpose, so that you may know about us and that he may encourage your hearts,
9. together with Onesimus, a trustworthy and beloved brother, who is one of you. They will tell you about everything here.