Paul calls believers to see every part of life - work, relationships, words, and witness - as a place where Christ is all and in all. He urges us to continue steadfastly in prayer, remaining watchful so our hearts are stirred to thankfulness to the Lord. He teaches us to walk in wisdom toward others, which requires discerning not only what to say but when to say it. And he commands us to speak graciously, seasoning our words with the Spirit’s wisdom while working heartily so that our lives testify to Christ.