Ephesians 6:19

Translations

Modern

Pray also for me, that whenever I open my mouth, words may be given me so that I will boldly make known the mystery of the gospel,

Traditional

And for me, that utterance may be given unto me, that I may open my mouth boldly, to make known the mystery of the gospel,

Literal

…and for me, that word may be given to me in the opening of my mouth, to make known in boldness the mystery of the gospel,

Latin

…et pro me, ut detur mihi sermo in apertione oris mei cum fiducia, notum facere mysterium Evangelii:

Original

Greek

English

Pray also for me, that whenever I open my mouth, words may be given me so that I will boldly make known the mystery of the gospel,

Notes

Ephesians 6:19–20

Paul's mission was to help non-Jews (Gentiles) understand they are now accepted by God and welcomed into God's church.
the mystery of the gospel: See study notes on 1:8–10; 3:3.
I am an ambassador in chains: Although writing as a prisoner (see 3:1; 4:1), Paul knew his role as God's ambassador was to continue speaking boldly for God (compare 2 Corinthians 5:20) .

Ephesians 6:10–20

Paul's final message reminds believers about the devil's opposition. Paul urges believers to protect themselves with all of God's armor.

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul) Complete Dedication Complete Destruction God as Holy Warrior Overcoming the Devil The Mystery of the Good News

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And He has made known to us the mystery of His will according to His good pleasure, which He purposed in Christ

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Body of Christ Letter to the Ephesians Prayer

Topics

Christian Minister: Prayer For, Enjoined Gospel: Called: Mystery of the Gospel Gospel: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Holy Boldness: Pray For Intercession: Solicited by Paul, of the Congregations Ministers: Their People are Bound, to Pray for Them Missionary Work by Ministers: Success of To be Prayed For Mysteries of Redemption Prayer: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Praying for the Lost Religious Zeal: General Scriptures Concerning Salvation: Plan of The Gospel is Called the Mystery of the Gospel Utterance Wisdom: Prayer for Spiritual

Ephesians 6:19

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