For the Sake of the Gospel

Colossians 4, ESV
² Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving. ³ At the same time, pray also for us, that God may open to us a door for the word, to declare the mystery of Christ, on account of which I am in prison— ⁴ that I may make it clear, which is how I ought to speak.

1. For the sake of the gospel…Persist in .

⁵ Walk in wisdom toward outsiders…

2. For the sake of the gospel…Walk in .

⁵ If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him. (James 1:5)

…making the best use of the time.

3. For the sake of the gospel…Maximize the .

¹⁶ Your eyes saw my unformed substance; in your book were written, every one of them, the days that were formed for me, when as yet there was none of them.” (Psalm 139:16)

¹² Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom. (Psalm 90:12)

⁶ Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person.

4. For the sake of the gospel…Season your .