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B. Personal intercession

1. Paul prayed without ceasing for the spiritual development and growth of new believers, cf. Rom. 1.9-12.

2. The prayers cover the gamut of topics and themes.

a. For spiritual illumination, Eph. 1.15-23

b. For an opportunity to see them and encourage them, Rom. 1.9-12

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c. With thanksgiving as he recalled their faith and love, 1 Thess. 1.3ff.

d. For their strength and provision in the Father, Eph. 3.14ff.

3. Paul’s prayer was neither casual or irregular; his prayer ministry for believers covered their lives in every way.

a. Rom. 1.8-9

b. Phil. 1.3-4

c. Col. 1.3

d. 2 Thess. 1.3