Colossians 4:2-6
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An Encouragement for Prayer
2 Devote yourselves to prayer with an alert mind and a thankful heart. 3 Pray for us, too, that God will give us many opportunities to speak about his mysterious plan concerning Christ. That is why I am here in chains. 4 Pray that I will proclaim this message as clearly as I should.
5 Live wisely among those who are not believers, and make the most of every opportunity. 6 Let your conversation be gracious and attractive[a] so that you will have the right response for everyone.
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- 4:6 Greek and seasoned with salt.
James 3:13
New Living Translation
True Wisdom Comes from God
13 If you are wise and understand God’s ways, prove it by living an honorable life, doing good works with the humility that comes from wisdom.
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Proverbs 11:2
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2 Pride leads to disgrace,
but with humility comes wisdom.
Proverbs 17:28
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28 Even fools are thought wise when they keep silent;
with their mouths shut, they seem intelligent.
Proverbs 19:8
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8 To acquire wisdom is to love yourself;
people who cherish understanding will prosper.
Ephesians 5:15-16
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Living by the Spirit’s Power
15 So be careful how you live. Don’t live like fools, but like those who are wise. 16 Make the most of every opportunity in these evil days.
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