10. His purpose was that all the rulers and powers in the heavenly places will now know the many different ways he shows his wisdom. They will know this because of the church.
11. This agrees with the plan God had since the beginning of time. He did what he planned, and he did it through Christ Jesus our Lord.
12. In Christ we come before God with freedom and without fear. We can do this because of our faith in Christ.
13. So I ask you not to be discouraged because of what is happening to me. My sufferings are for your benefit—for your honor and glory.
14. So I bow in prayer before the Father.