For this reason also, since the day we heard of it, we have not ceased to pray for you and to ask that you may be filled with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding,

Of this church I was made a minister according to the stewardship from God bestowed on me for your benefit, so that I might fully carry out the preaching of the word of God,

to whom God willed to make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.

For this purpose also I labor, striving according to His power, which mightily works within me.

I say this so that no one will delude you with persuasive argument.

Children, be obedient to your parents in all things, for this is well-pleasing to the Lord.

For I have sent him to you for this very purpose, that you may know about our circumstances and that he may encourage your hearts;

When this letter is read among you, have it also read in the church of the Laodiceans; and you, for your part read my letter that is coming from Laodicea.

I, Paul, write this greeting with my own hand. Remember my imprisonment. Grace be with you.