We rejoice with you in this holy desire to make the mystery of Christ known and we join with you in bringing these requests before our Father in Jesus' name.
Your heart reflects the very prayers of the apostle Paul and we are encouraged by your longing to speak clearly, wisely, and faithfully. Scripture teaches us to continue steadfastly in prayer, watching therein with thanksgiving, praying together for us also, that God may open to us a door for the word, to speak the mystery of Christ, for which I am also in bonds, that I may reveal it as I ought to speak. Walk in wisdom toward those who are outside, redeeming the time. Let your speech always be with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how you ought to answer each one. Col 4:2-6. And again, on my behalf, that utterance may be given to me in opening my mouth, to make known with boldness the mystery of the Good News, for which I am an ambassador in chains, that in it I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak. Eph 6:19-20.
We see you are asking for what God delights to give. If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach and it will be given to him. James 1:5. True wisdom for leading people to Christ does not come from persuasive techniques but from abiding in Christ, knowing His Word, and being led by the Holy Spirit to speak the truth in love. We also hear your desire to use time wisely and not be distracted, and Scripture exhorts us to watch carefully how we walk, not as unwise, but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil. Eph 5:15-16.
We pray together for you now.
Father in heaven, we thank You for our brother and for the burden You have placed on his heart to proclaim Christ. In the name of Jesus we ask that You open doors for the word in his life today and in the days ahead, divine appointments and many opportunities to share the Good News. Grant him utterance and boldness to make known the mystery of Christ as clearly as he ought to speak, with grace seasoned with salt and with love and truth. Give him wisdom from above that is pure and gentle to lead people to repentance and faith in Christ, and help him to walk wisely, redeeming the time and turning away from distraction. Guard his heart and mind, keep him steadfast in prayer and in Your Word, and let his life bear witness to the transforming power of Jesus. May those who hear him be drawn not to man but to the Savior. We ask all this in the mighty and only saving name of Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen.
We encourage you to continue steadfastly in prayer and in the Word, to be ready always to give an answer to everyone who asks you a reason concerning the hope that is in you, with humility and fear. 1 Pet 3:15. Stay watchful, keep your speech full of grace, and trust that God Himself will bring the increase as you faithfully sow the seed. May the Lord bless you and make your mouth like a well of living water to many in Jesus' name.