Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version for which I am an ambassador in chains. Pray that I may declare it fearlessly, as I should. New Living Translation I am in chains now, still preaching this message as God’s ambassador. So pray that I will keep on speaking boldly for him, as I should. English Standard Version for which I am an ambassador in chains, that I may declare it boldly, as I ought to speak. Berean Standard Bible for which I am an ambassador in chains. Pray that I may proclaim it fearlessly, as I should. Berean Literal Bible for which I am an ambassador in a chain, that in it I may be bold, as it behooves me to speak. King James Bible For which I am an ambassador in bonds: that therein I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak. New King James Version for which I am an ambassador in chains; that in it I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak. New American Standard Bible for which I am an ambassador in chains; that in proclaiming it I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak. NASB 1995 for which I am an ambassador in chains; that in proclaiming it I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak. NASB 1977 for which I am an ambassador in chains; that in proclaiming it I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak. Legacy Standard Bible for which I am an ambassador in chains—so that in proclaiming it I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak. Amplified Bible for which I am an ambassador in chains. And pray that in proclaiming it I may speak boldly and courageously, as I should. Christian Standard Bible For this I am an ambassador in chains. Pray that I might be bold enough to speak about it as I should. Holman Christian Standard Bible For this I am an ambassador in chains. Pray that I might be bold enough in Him to speak as I should. American Standard Version for which I am an ambassador in chains; that in it I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak. Contemporary English Version I was sent to do this work, and this is the reason I am in jail. So pray that I will be brave and will speak as I should. English Revised Version for which I am an ambassador in chains; that in it I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak. GOD'S WORD® Translation Because I have already been doing this as Christ's representative, I am in prison. So pray that I speak about this Good News as boldly as I have to. Good News Translation For the sake of this gospel I am an ambassador, though now I am in prison. Pray that I may be bold in speaking about the gospel as I should. International Standard Version for whose sake I am an ambassador in chains, desiring to declare the gospel as boldly as I should. Majority Standard Bible for which I am an ambassador in chains. Pray that I may proclaim it fearlessly, as I should. NET Bible for which I am an ambassador in chains. Pray that I may be able to speak boldly as I ought to speak. New Heart English Bible for which I am an ambassador in chains; that in it I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak. Webster's Bible Translation For which I am an embassador in bonds: that therein I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak. Weymouth New Testament to spread which I am an ambassador in chains--so that when telling them I may speak out boldly as I ought. World English Bible for which I am an ambassador in chains; that in it I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionfor which I am an ambassador in a chain, that in it I may speak freely—as it is necessary for me to speak. Berean Literal Bible for which I am an ambassador in a chain, that in it I may be bold, as it behooves me to speak. Young's Literal Translation for which I am an ambassador in a chain, that in it I may speak freely -- as it behoveth me to speak. Smith's Literal Translation For which I am an ambassador in perplexity: that in it I might speak freely, as I ought to speak. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleFor which I am an ambassador in a chain, so that therein I may be bold to speak according as I ought. Catholic Public Domain Version in such a manner that I may dare to speak exactly as I ought to speak. For I act as an ambassador in chains for the Gospel. New American Bible for which I am an ambassador in chains, so that I may have the courage to speak as I must. New Revised Standard Version for which I am an ambassador in chains. Pray that I may declare it boldly, as I must speak. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleFor which I am a messenger in chains: that I may speak openly about it, as I ought to speak. Aramaic Bible in Plain English That of which I am an Ambassador in chains, that I may speak it with boldness as it is necessary for me to speak it. NT Translations Anderson New Testamentfor which I am an ambassador in chains, that in it I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak. Godbey New Testament for which I am an ambassador in chain; in order that in it I may preach boldly, as it behooves me to speak. Haweis New Testament for which I am an ambassador in bonds; that therein I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak. Mace New Testament for which I am an embassador, tho' in chains: that I may duely represent it to the full. Weymouth New Testament to spread which I am an ambassador in chains--so that when telling them I may speak out boldly as I ought. Worrell New Testament for which I am an ambassador in chains, that therein I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak. Worsley New Testament for which I am an ambassador though in chains: that I may speak boldly in behalf of it, as I ought to speak. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Armor of God…19Pray 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, 20for which I am an ambassador in chains. Pray that I may proclaim it fearlessly, as I should. 21Tychicus, the beloved brother and faithful servant in the Lord, will tell you everything, so that you also may know about me and what I am doing.… Cross References Acts 28:31 Boldly and freely he proclaimed the kingdom of God and taught about the Lord Jesus Christ. 2 Corinthians 5:20 Therefore we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were making His appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ: Be reconciled to God. Colossians 4:3-4 as you pray also for us, that God may open to us a door for the word, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains. / Pray that I may declare it clearly, as I should. Philippians 1:20 I eagerly expect and hope that I will in no way be ashamed, but will have complete boldness so that now as always Christ will be exalted in my body, whether by life or by death. 2 Timothy 1:8 So do not be ashamed of the testimony of our Lord, or of me, His prisoner. Instead, join me in suffering for the gospel by the power of God. Romans 1:16 I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, first to the Jew, then to the Greek. 1 Corinthians 2:4 My message and my preaching were not with persuasive words of wisdom, but with a demonstration of the Spirit’s power, 1 Thessalonians 2:2 As you are aware, we had already endured suffering and shameful treatment in Philippi. But in the face of strong opposition, we were bold in our God to speak to you the gospel of God. Acts 4:29 And now, Lord, consider their threats, and enable Your servants to speak Your word with complete boldness, Acts 9:27 Then Barnabas brought him to the apostles and described how Saul had seen the Lord, who had spoken to him on the road to Damascus, and how Saul had spoken boldly in that city in the name of Jesus. Acts 26:26-29 For the king knows about these matters, and I can speak freely to him. I am confident that none of this has escaped his notice, because it was not done in a corner. / King Agrippa, do you believe the prophets? I know you do.” / Then Agrippa said to Paul, “Can you persuade me in such a short time to become a Christian?” ... 2 Corinthians 3:12 Therefore, since we have such a hope, we are very bold. 2 Corinthians 6:4-5 Rather, as servants of God we commend ourselves in every way: in great endurance; in troubles, hardships, and calamities; / in beatings, imprisonments, and riots; in labor, sleepless nights, and hunger; 2 Timothy 4:17 But the Lord stood by me and strengthened me, so that through me the message would be fully proclaimed, and all the Gentiles would hear it. So I was delivered from the mouth of the lion. Isaiah 61:1 The Spirit of the Lord GOD is on Me, because the LORD has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and freedom to the prisoners, Treasury of Scripture For which I am an ambassador in bonds: that therein I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak. I am. Proverbs 13:17 A wicked messenger falleth into mischief: but a faithful ambassador is health. Isaiah 33:7 Behold, their valiant ones shall cry without: the ambassadors of peace shall weep bitterly. 2 Corinthians 5:20 Now then we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech you by us: we pray you in Christ's stead, be ye reconciled to God. bonds. Ephesians 3:1 For this cause I Paul, the prisoner of Jesus Christ for you Gentiles, Ephesians 4:1 I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called, 2 Samuel 10:2-6 Then said David, I will shew kindness unto Hanun the son of Nahash, as his father shewed kindness unto me. And David sent to comfort him by the hand of his servants for his father. And David's servants came into the land of the children of Ammon… therein. Ephesians 6:19 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, Isaiah 58:1 Cry aloud, spare not, lift up thy voice like a trumpet, and shew my people their transgression, and the house of Jacob their sins. Jeremiah 1:7,8,17 But the LORD said unto me, Say not, I am a child: for thou shalt go to all that I shall send thee, and whatsoever I command thee thou shalt speak… Jump to Previous Ambassador Behoveth Bold Boldly Bonds Bound Chain Chains Declare Embassador Fear Fearlessly Freely Ought Proclaiming Representative Right Speak Spread Telling ThereinJump to Next Ambassador Behoveth Bold Boldly Bonds Bound Chain Chains Declare Embassador Fear Fearlessly Freely Ought Proclaiming Representative Right Speak Spread Telling ThereinEphesians 6 1. The duty of children toward their parents;5. of servants toward their masters. 10. Our life is a warfare, not only against flesh and blood, but also spiritual enemies. 13. The complete armor of a Christian; 18. and how it ought to be used. 21. Tychicus is commended. for which This phrase refers back to the "mystery of the gospel" mentioned in the previous verse. The Greek word "ὑπέρ" (hyper) indicates the reason or cause for Paul's current situation. Paul is emphasizing that his role and mission are entirely for the sake of the gospel, underscoring the centrality of the gospel message in his life and ministry. I am an ambassador in chains Pray that I may proclaim it fearlessly as I should Parallel Commentaries ... Greek forὑπὲρ (hyper) Preposition Strong's 5228: Gen: in behalf of; acc: above. which οὗ (hou) Personal / Relative Pronoun - Genitive Neuter Singular Strong's 3739: Who, which, what, that. I am an ambassador πρεσβεύω (presbeuō) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular Strong's 4243: To be aged, act as an ambassador. From the base of presbuteros; to be a senior, i.e. act as a representative. in ἐν (en) Preposition Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. chains. ἁλύσει (halysei) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 254: A (light) chain, bond. Of uncertain derivation; a fetter or manacle. [Pray] that ἵνα (hina) Conjunction Strong's 2443: In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that. I may proclaim it fearlessly, παρρησιάσωμαι (parrēsiasōmai) Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Middle - 1st Person Singular Strong's 3955: To speak freely, boldly; To be confident. as ὡς (hōs) Adverb Strong's 5613: Probably adverb of comparative from hos; which how, i.e. In that manner. I με (me) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 1st Person Singular Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. should. δεῖ (dei) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1163: Third person singular active present of deo; also deon deh-on'; neuter active participle of the same; both used impersonally; it is Necessary. Links Ephesians 6:20 NIVEphesians 6:20 NLT Ephesians 6:20 ESV Ephesians 6:20 NASB Ephesians 6:20 KJV Ephesians 6:20 BibleApps.com Ephesians 6:20 Biblia Paralela Ephesians 6:20 Chinese Bible Ephesians 6:20 French Bible Ephesians 6:20 Catholic Bible NT Letters: Ephesians 6:20 For which I am an ambassador (Ephes. Eph. Ep) |
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