Through the hope which is in store for you in heaven; knowledge of which was given to you before in the true word of the good news,

For this reason, we, from the day when we had word of it, keep on in prayer for you, that you may be full of the knowledge of his purpose, with all wisdom and experience of the Spirit,

Of which I became a servant by the purpose of God which was given to me for you, to give effect to the word of God,

Let the word of Christ be in you in all wealth of wisdom; teaching and helping one another with songs of praise and holy words, making melody to God with grace in your hearts.

And whatever you do, in word or in act, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving praise to God the Father through him.

And making prayer for us, that God may give us an open door for the preaching of the word, the secret of Christ, for which I am now in chains;

Tychicus will give you news of all my business: he is a dear brother and true servant and helper in the word;

And with him I have sent Onesimus, the true and well-loved brother, who is one of you. They will give you word of everything which is taking place here.

I, Paul, give you this word of love in my handwriting. Keep in memory that I am a prisoner. Grace be with you.