12. In Christ we can come before God with freedom and without fear. We can do this through faith in Christ.
13. So I ask you not to become discouraged because of the sufferings I am having for you. My sufferings bring honor to you.
14. So I bow in prayer before the Father.
15. Every family in heaven and on earth gets its true name from him.
16. I ask the Father in his great glory to give you the power to be strong in spirit. He will give you that strength through his Spirit.
17. I pray that Christ will live in your hearts because of your faith. I pray that your life will be strong in love and be built on love.