Because of these things the wrath of God is coming on the sons of disobedience.

and through him to reconcile all things to himself by making peace through the blood of his cross – through him, whether things on earth or things in heaven.

And whatever you do in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.

At the same time pray for us too, that God may open a door for the message so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains.

for all things in heaven and on earth were created by him – all things, whether visible or invisible, whether thrones or dominions, whether principalities or powers – all things were created through him and for him.