Colossians 4:3-6

Devotionals, Articles, and Bible Study Resources on Colossians 4:3-6

3as you pray also for us, that God may open to us a door for the word, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains.
4Pray that I may declare it clearly, as I should.
5Act wisely toward outsiders, redeeming the time.
6Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.
— Colossians 4:3-6

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