19And for me, that utterance may be given unto me, that I may open my mouth boldly, to make known the mystery of the gospel,
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Withal praying also for us, that God would open unto us a door of utterance, to speak the mystery of Christ, for which I am also in bonds:
And now, Lord, behold their threatenings: and grant unto thy servants, that with all boldness they may speak thy word,
Brethren, pray for us.
Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may have free course, and be glorified, even as it is with you:
Pray for us: for we trust we have a good conscience, in all things willing to live honestly.
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Matthew Henry’s Complete Commentary on the Bible (1710)
(vv. 19-24)Here, I. He desires their prayers for him, Eph. 6:19. Having mentioned supplication for all saints , he puts himself into the number. We must pray for all saints, and particularly for God’s faithful ministers. Brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may run and be glorified . Observe what it is he would have them pray for in his behalf: “ That utterance may be given unto me ; that I may b…
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