But we will give ourselves continually to prayer, and to the ministry of the word.
And it came to pass, that, as soon as the days of his ministration were accomplished, he departed to his own house.
These all continued with one accord in prayer and supplication, with the women, and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with his brothers.
And they continued steadfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.
For God is my witness, whom I serve with my spirit in the gospel of his Son, that without ceasing I make mention of you always in my prayers;
For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid on me; yes, woe is to me, if I preach not the gospel!
Always in every prayer of my for you all making request with joy,
For I would that you knew what great conflict I have for you, and for them at Laodicea, and for as many as have not seen my face in the flesh;
Epaphras, who is one of you, a servant of Christ, salutes you, always laboring fervently for you in prayers, that you may stand perfect and complete in all the will of God.
And say to Archippus, Take heed to the ministry which you have received in the Lord, that you fulfill it.
Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all long-suffering and doctrine.