in whom the whole building, being fitted together, is growing into a holy temple in the Lord,

in whom you also are being built together into a dwelling of God in the Spirit.

in whom we have boldness and confident access through faith in Him.

from whom every family in heaven and on earth derives its name,

from whom the whole body, being fitted and held together by what every joint supplies, according to the proper working of each individual part, causes the growth of the body for the building up of itself in love.

Do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, by whom you were sealed for the day of redemption.

This mystery is great; but I am speaking with reference to Christ and the church.

for which I am an ambassador in chains; that in proclaiming it I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak.

But that you also may know about my circumstances, how I am doing, Tychicus, the beloved brother and faithful minister in the Lord, will make everything known to you.