11 This agrees with the plan God had since the beginning of time. He did what he planned, and he did it through Christ Jesus our Lord.
12 In Christ we come before God with freedom and without fear. We can do this because of our faith in Christ.
13 So I ask you not to be discouraged because of what is happening to me. My sufferings are for your benefit—for your honor and glory.
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 with his great glory to give you the power to be strong in your spirits. 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.