2. Devote yourselves to prayer with an alert mind and a thankful heart.
3. Pray for us, too, that God will give us many opportunities to speak about his mysterious plan concerning Christ. That is why I am here in chains.
4. Pray that I will proclaim this message as clearly as I should.
5. Live wisely among those who are not believers, and make the most of every opportunity.
6. Let your conversation be gracious and attractive so that you will have the right response for everyone.
7. Tychicus will give you a full report about how I am getting along. He is a beloved brother and faithful helper who serves with me in the Lord’s work.
8. I have sent him to you for this very purpose—to let you know how we are doing and to encourage you.
9. I am also sending Onesimus, a faithful and beloved brother, one of your own people. He and Tychicus will tell you everything that’s happening here.