Ephesians 6:14-20

“Pray also for me, so that when I speak, a message may be given to me to make known with boldness the mystery of the gospel, for which I am an ambassador in chains.” vss. 19-20

Paul coveted the prayers of the Ephesians; it was a source of great comfort for him to know that he wasn’t alone, and that his name was on their lips day and night. Evidently, in spite of his imprisonment, he was still having opportunities to proclaim the word, and he asked for boldness in making known the mystery of the gospel. It’s a reminder that in every circumstance we have chances to share our faith, and sometimes all that we lack is boldness. Proclamation is never easy, and with something so mysterious as the gospel, we need fitting words, ones that will unlock the mystery and make plain the inclusive love that we have come to know so well. Certainly it helps to know that people are praying for us! And if we happen to be pastors or preachers, what a blessing to know that we are in the prayers of those we serve. That’s undoubtedly the unseen strength of any community of faith. We come together as individuals but the call is far too big for any one of us. But when we are seriously joined together in prayer for one another and for our leaders we are a formidable force.

Thought for the Day: How do people’s prayers help me?