Colossians 4:4-7
New Living Translation
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.
Paul’s Final Instructions and Greetings
7 Tychicus will give you a full report about how I am getting along. He is a beloved brother and faithful helper who serves with me in the Lord’s work.
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- 4:6 Greek and seasoned with salt.
Colossians 4:4-7
New International Version
4 Pray that I may proclaim it clearly, as I should. 5 Be wise(A) in the way you act toward outsiders;(B) make the most of every opportunity.(C) 6 Let your conversation be always full of grace,(D) seasoned with salt,(E) so that you may know how to answer everyone.(F)
Final Greetings
7 Tychicus(G) will tell you all the news about me. He is a dear brother, a faithful minister and fellow servant[a](H) in the Lord.
Footnotes
- Colossians 4:7 Or slave; also in verse 12
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