A1 Scripture
B1 Be devoted to prayer, keeping alert in it with thanksgiving; praying at the same time also for us, that God would open a door for the word, to speak the mystery of Christ, because of which I am also in chains, that I may make it manifest, as I ought to speak. Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, redeeming the time. Let your speech always be with grace, seasoned with salt, to know how you ought to answer each one. (Colossians 4:2-6, EMTV)
B2 Be persistent in prayer, and keep alert as you pray, giving thanks to God. At the same time pray also for us, so that God will give us a good opportunity to preach his message about the secret of Christ. For that is why I am now in prison. Pray, then, that I may speak, as I should, in such a way as to make it clear. Be wise in the way you act toward those who are not believers, making good use of every opportunity you have. Your speech should always be pleasant and interesting, and you should know how to give the right answer to everyone. (Colossians 4:2-6, GNB92)
A2 Outline
B1 With God (Colossians 4:2-4)
B2 With nonbelievers (Colossians 4:5)
B3 With everyone (Colossians 4:6)
A3 Notes
B1 With God--Prayer
C1 Be devoted
C2 Be alert
C3 Be thankful
C4 For us to preach true Gospel
B2 With nonbelievers--witnessing
C1 Witnessing
D1 By word-preaching
D2 By life-godly
C2 With wisdom
D1 Don't talk too much
D2 Do be timely
C3 With grace
C4 With salt
B3 With everyone (giving a wise answer)
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