Ephesians 6:19
New International Version
Pray also for me, that whenever I speak, words may be given me so that I will fearlessly make known the mystery of the gospel,

New Living Translation
And pray for me, too. Ask God to give me the right words so I can boldly explain God’s mysterious plan that the Good News is for Jews and Gentiles alike.

English Standard Version
and also for me, that words may be given to me in opening my mouth boldly to proclaim the mystery of the gospel,

Berean Standard Bible
Pray 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,

Berean Literal Bible
and also for me, that in the opening of my mouth, divine utterance may be given to me to make known with boldness the mystery of the gospel,

King James Bible
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,

New King James Version
and for me, that utterance may be given to me, that I may open my mouth boldly to make known the mystery of the gospel,

New American Standard Bible
and pray in my behalf, that speech may be given to me in the opening of my mouth, to make known with boldness the mystery of the gospel,

NASB 1995
and pray on my behalf, that utterance may be given to me in the opening of my mouth, to make known with boldness the mystery of the gospel,

NASB 1977
and pray on my behalf, that utterance may be given to me in the opening of my mouth, to make known with boldness the mystery of the gospel,

Legacy Standard Bible
as well as on my behalf, that words may be given to me in the opening of my mouth, to make known with boldness the mystery of the gospel—

Amplified Bible
And pray for me, that words may be given to me when I open my mouth, to proclaim boldly the mystery of the good news [of salvation],

Christian Standard Bible
Pray also for me, that the message may be given to me when I open my mouth to make known with boldness the mystery of the gospel.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Pray also for me, that the message may be given to me when I open my mouth to make known with boldness the mystery of the gospel.

American Standard Version
and on my behalf, that utterance may be given unto me in opening my mouth, to make known with boldness the mystery of the gospel,

Contemporary English Version
Pray that I will be given the message to speak and that I may fearlessly explain the mystery about the good news.

English Revised Version
And on my behalf, that utterance may be given unto me in opening my mouth, to make known with boldness the mystery of the gospel,

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Also pray that God will give me the right words to say. Then I will speak boldly when I reveal the mystery of the Good News.

Good News Translation
And pray also for me, that God will give me a message when I am ready to speak, so that I may speak boldly and make known the gospel's secret.

International Standard Version
Pray also for me, so that, when I begin to speak, the right words will come to me. Then I will boldly make known the secret of the gospel,

Majority Standard Bible
Pray 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,

NET Bible
Pray for me also, that I may be given the message when I begin to speak--that I may confidently make known the mystery of the gospel,

New Heart English Bible
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,

Webster's Bible Translation
And for me, that utterance may be given to me, that I may open my mouth boldly, to make known the mystery of the gospel,

Weymouth New Testament
and ask on my behalf that words may be given to me so that, outspoken and fearless, I may make known the truths (hitherto kept secret)

World English Bible
Pray for me, that utterance may be given to me in opening my mouth, to make known with boldness the mystery of the Good News,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and in behalf of me, that to me may be given a word in the opening of my mouth, in freedom, to make known the secret of the good news,

Berean Literal Bible
and also for me, that in the opening of my mouth, divine utterance may be given to me to make known with boldness the mystery of the gospel,

Young's Literal Translation
and in behalf of me, that to me may be given a word in the opening of my mouth, in freedom, to make known the secret of the good news,

Smith's Literal Translation
And for me, that the word might be given me, in the opening of my mouth in freedom of speech, to make known the mystery of the good news,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And for me, that speech may be given me, that I may open my mouth with confidence, to make known the mystery of the gospel.

Catholic Public Domain Version
and also for me, so that words may be given to me, as I open my mouth with faith to make known the mystery of the Gospel,

New American Bible
and also for me, that speech may be given me to open my mouth, to make known with boldness the mystery of the gospel

New Revised Standard Version
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,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And for me also, that words may be given to me as soon as I open my mouth, so that I may boldly preach the mystery of the gospel,

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
Also for me, that the word may be given to me by opening my mouth, that publicly I may preach the mystery of The Gospel,
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
and for me, that speech may be given me, in opening my mouth with boldness, that I may make known the mystery of the gospel,

Godbey New Testament
and for me that the word may be given unto me in opening of my mouth, boldly to make known the mystery of the gospel,

Haweis New Testament
and for me that there may be given unto me utterance to open my mouth with boldness, to make known the mystery of the gospel,

Mace New Testament
in particular for me, that I may have leave to speak without any restraint, and make known the mystery of the gospel,

Weymouth New Testament
and ask on my behalf that words may be given to me so that, outspoken and fearless, I may make known the truths (hitherto kept secret)

Worrell New Testament
and on my behalf that utterance may be given to me, in opening my mouth to make known with boldness the mystery of the Gospel,

Worsley New Testament
and for me particularly, that utterance may be given me, that I may open my mouth with freedom, to make known the mystery of the gospel:

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Armor of God
18Pray in the Spirit at all times, with every kind of prayer and petition. To this end, stay alert with all perseverance in your prayers for all the saints. 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.…

Cross References
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.

Acts 4:29
And now, Lord, consider their threats, and enable Your servants to speak Your word with complete boldness,

2 Thessalonians 3:1
Finally, brothers, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may spread quickly and be held in honor, just as it was with you.

Romans 15:30-32
Now I urge you, brothers, by our Lord Jesus Christ and by the love of the Spirit, to join me in my struggle by praying to God for me. / Pray that I may be delivered from the unbelievers in Judea, and that my service in Jerusalem may be acceptable to the saints there, / so that by God’s will I may come to you with joy and together with you be refreshed.

Philippians 1:19-20
because I know that through your prayers and the provision of the Spirit of Jesus Christ, my distress will turn out for my deliverance. / 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.

1 Thessalonians 5:25
Brothers, pray for us as well.

2 Corinthians 1:11
as you help us by your prayers. Then many will give thanks on our behalf for the favor shown us in answer to their prayers.

1 Corinthians 16:9
because a great door for effective work has opened to me, even though many oppose me.

Acts 28:31
Boldly and freely he proclaimed the kingdom of God and taught about the Lord Jesus Christ.

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.

1 Peter 3:15
But in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give a defense to everyone who asks you the reason for the hope that is in you. But respond with gentleness and respect,

Matthew 10:19-20
But when they hand you over, do not worry about how to respond or what to say. In that hour you will be given what to say. / For it will not be you speaking, but the Spirit of your Father speaking through you.

Luke 12:11-12
When you are brought before synagogues, rulers, and authorities, do not worry about how to defend yourselves or what to say. / For at that time the Holy Spirit will teach you what you should say.”

Acts 6:10
but they could not stand up to his wisdom or the Spirit by whom he spoke.

Jeremiah 1:9
Then the LORD reached out His hand, touched my mouth, and said to me: “Behold, I have put My words in your mouth.


Treasury of Scripture

And for me, that utterance may be given to me, that I may open my mouth boldly, to make known the mystery of the gospel,

for.

Romans 15:30
Now I beseech you, brethren, for the Lord Jesus Christ's sake, and for the love of the Spirit, that ye strive together with me in your prayers to God for me;

2 Corinthians 1:11
Ye also helping together by prayer for us, that for the gift bestowed upon us by the means of many persons thanks may be given by many on our behalf.

Philippians 1:19
For I know that this shall turn to my salvation through your prayer, and the supply of the Spirit of Jesus Christ,

utterance.

Acts 2:4
And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.

1 Corinthians 1:5
That in every thing ye are enriched by him, in all utterance, and in all knowledge;

2 Corinthians 8:7
Therefore, as ye abound in every thing, in faith, and utterance, and knowledge, and in all diligence, and in your love to us, see that ye abound in this grace also.

that I.

Acts 4:13,29,31
Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and perceived that they were unlearned and ignorant men, they marvelled; and they took knowledge of them, that they had been with Jesus…

Acts 9:27,29
But Barnabas took him, and brought him to the apostles, and declared unto them how he had seen the Lord in the way, and that he had spoken to him, and how he had preached boldly at Damascus in the name of Jesus…

Acts 13:46
Then Paul and Barnabas waxed bold, and said, It was necessary that the word of God should first have been spoken to you: but seeing ye put it from you, and judge yourselves unworthy of everlasting life, lo, we turn to the Gentiles.

the mystery.

Ephesians 1:9
Having made known unto us the mystery of his will, according to his good pleasure which he hath purposed in himself:

Ephesians 3:3,4
How that by revelation he made known unto me the mystery; (as I wrote afore in few words, …

1 Corinthians 2:7
But we speak the wisdom of God in a mystery, even the hidden wisdom, which God ordained before the world unto our glory:

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Ephesians 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.














Pray also for me
The Apostle Paul, the author of Ephesians, is requesting intercessory prayer from the believers in Ephesus. This phrase highlights the importance of communal prayer and the humility of Paul, who, despite his apostolic authority, acknowledges his need for divine assistance. The Greek word for "pray" here is "proseuchomai," which implies a deep, earnest communication with God. This reflects the early Christian understanding of prayer as a vital, ongoing dialogue with the divine, essential for spiritual strength and guidance.

that whenever I open my mouth
Paul is referring to the act of speaking, particularly in the context of preaching or teaching. The phrase "open my mouth" is a common biblical idiom for speaking boldly and publicly. In the Greco-Roman world, oratory was a highly valued skill, and Paul is asking for divine help to ensure that his speech is effective and inspired. This request underscores the belief that true wisdom and eloquence in preaching come from God, not human ability.

words may be given to me
Here, Paul is expressing his reliance on God for the right words to speak. The Greek term "logos" is used for "words," which can mean a message or discourse. This reflects the biblical view that God is the source of all truth and that effective communication of the gospel requires divine inspiration. It is a reminder that Christian ministry is not about human wisdom but about conveying God's message faithfully.

so that I will fearlessly
The word "fearlessly" is translated from the Greek "parrēsia," which means boldness or confidence. Paul is asking for courage to proclaim the gospel without fear of persecution or rejection. This reflects the early Christian experience of facing opposition and the need for divine strength to stand firm. It is an encouragement to believers to seek God's help in overcoming fear and to speak the truth boldly.

make known the mystery of the gospel
The "mystery" refers to the divine plan of salvation through Jesus Christ, which was once hidden but is now revealed. In the context of Ephesians, this mystery includes the inclusion of Gentiles in God's covenant promises. The Greek word "mystērion" implies something that is revealed by God, not discovered by human reason. Paul's mission is to unveil this mystery to all people, emphasizing the universal scope of the gospel. This phrase highlights the transformative power of the gospel and the responsibility of believers to share it with others.

(19) That utterance may be given me, that I may open my mouth . . .--This hardly renders the original "that word may be given me in opening my mouth." The "opening the mouth"--an expression always used of solemn and deliberate utterance--seems taken for granted. What the Apostle desires them to pray for is that "word may be given him"--"the word of wisdom and the word of knowledge, by the Spirit" (1Corinthians 12:8), according to our Lord's promise (Matthew 10:19-20), "It shall be given you in the same hour what you shall speak; for it is not ye that speak, but the Spirit of your Father that speaketh in you." Then he adds as a consequence of this--to make known in plainness of speech the mystery of the gospel. For to make known a mystery in simplicity needs not only boldness to speak, but also the knowledge of the true word of God.

The mystery of the gospel.--The word "gospel" being used emphatically is, of course, the mystery of the new and universal grace of God to the Gentiles of which he speaks at large in Ephesians 3:1-10. This was "made known to him;" he desires inspiration "to make it known" to others.

Verse 19. - And for me. Mark the un-priestly idea; so far from Paul having a store of grace for all the Galatians, he needed their prayers that, out of the one living store, the needful grace might be given to him. That utterance may be given to me, in the opening of my mouth, to make known with boldness the mystery of the gospel. With all his practice in preaching, he felt that every instance of right utterance was a gift - "may be given to me;" especially when great matters were involved - "in the opening of my mouth." To open the mouth denotes an authoritative act of teaching (comp. Matthew 5:2); on such occasions he especially desired boldness, not stormy vehemence, but earnestness, fearlessness in making known the destination of the gospel, once secret, now designed for all (comp. Ephesians 2.). Boldness was needed because the message was so hateful to some and so contemptible to others.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
[Pray] also
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

for
ὑπὲρ (hyper)
Preposition
Strong's 5228: Gen: in behalf of; acc: above.

me,
ἐμοῦ (emou)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Singular
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

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.

whenever
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.

I open
ἀνοίξει (anoixei)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 457: The act of opening. From anoigo; opening.

my
μου (mou)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Singular
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

mouth,
στόματός (stomatos)
Noun - Genitive Neuter Singular
Strong's 4750: The mouth, speech, eloquence in speech, the point of a sword.

divine utterance
λόγος (logos)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3056: From lego; something said; by implication, a topic, also reasoning or motive; by extension, a computation; specially, the Divine Expression.

may be given
δοθῇ (dothē)
Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Passive - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1325: To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give.

me,
μοι (moi)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 1st Person Singular
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

[so that I will] boldly
παρρησίᾳ (parrēsia)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3954: From pas and a derivative of rheo; all out-spokenness, i.e. Frankness, bluntness, publicity; by implication, assurance.

make known
γνωρίσαι (gnōrisai)
Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active
Strong's 1107: To make known, declare, know, discover. From a derivative of ginosko; to make known; subjectively, to know.

the
τὸ (to)
Article - Accusative Neuter Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

mystery
μυστήριον (mystērion)
Noun - Accusative Neuter Singular
Strong's 3466: From a derivative of muo; a secret or 'mystery'.

of the
τοῦ (tou)
Article - Genitive Neuter Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

gospel,
εὐαγγελίου (euangeliou)
Noun - Genitive Neuter Singular
Strong's 2098: From the same as euaggelizo; a good message, i.e. The gospel.


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