I always thank my God every time I mention you in my prayers,

which in time past was to thee unprofitable: but now profitable both to thee and also to me,

For it is possible that for this reason he was parted from you for a time, so that you might have him for ever;

and at the same time also prepare for me a lodging, for I hope that through your prayers I shall be granted to you.

along with [John] Mark [Note: This shows that Mark was now back in the good graces of Paul. See Acts 15:36-40], Aristarchus, Demas [Note: This man later deserted Paul. See II Tim. 4:10] and Luke, who are [also] my fellow-workers. [Note: These men, unlike Epaphras who was imprisoned with Paul, were free to minister for Christ there in Rome].