Colossians 4:4 - An Understandable Version (2005 edition)

⁴ [Pray] that I will make it [clearly] known, as I ought to.

More versions

King James Version (Oxford) 1769

⁴ that I may make it manifest, as I ought to speak.

Amplified Bible - Classic Edition

⁴ That I may proclaim it fully and make it clear [speak boldly and unfold that mystery], as is my duty.

American Standard Version (1901)

⁴ that I may make it manifest, as I ought to speak.

Common English Bible

⁴ Pray that I might be able to make it as clear as I ought to when I preach.

Catholic Public Domain Version

⁴ so that I may manifest it in the manner that I ought to speak.

Colossians 4:4 Cross References

Acts 4:29

So, now Lord, take account of the threats [of these Jewish leaders] and give your servants all the boldness [we need] to speak your message,

Acts 5:29

But Peter and the apostles answered them, “We must obey God instead of [you] men [in this situation].

2 Corinthians 3:12

Therefore, since we have such a hope [i.e., that the Gospel is much superior to the law], we speak with great boldness,

Ephesians 6:20

for which I am an ambassador in prison. [And pray] that I may be able to proclaim the Gospel boldly, as I ought to.

Colossians 4:5

Be wise in the way you live in front of outsiders [i.e., non-Christians], making the most of every opportunity.

Colossians 4:6

Your speech should always be favorable, seasoned with salt [i.e., interesting and appropriate], so that you may know how to properly answer each person [you talk with].