and how this secret was made known to me through a revelation, just as I wrote about briefly in the past.

and help everyone see how this secret that has been at work was hidden for ages by God, who created all things.

So, then, be careful how you live. Do not be unwise but wise,

So that you may know what has happened to me and how I am doing, Tychicus, our dear brother and a faithful minister in service to the Lord, will tell you everything.

I am sending him to you for this very reason, so that you may know how we are doing and that he may encourage your hearts.