¹⁷ Mattaniah son of Mica, the son of Zabdi, the son of Asaph, the praise^[a] leader who led in thanksgiving and prayer; Bakbukiah, second among his colleagues; and Abda son of Shammua, the son of Galal, the son of Jeduthun.

⁶ Do not be anxious about anything. Instead, in every situation, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving, tell your requests to God.

Exhortation to Pray for the Success of Paul’s Mission

² Be devoted to prayer, keeping alert in it with thanksgiving.