Paul simply writes, "Remember my bonds." His plea for prayer is not flourishing with words. It does not seek to manipulate pity or compassion. It is straight forward and unpretentious. "Remember my bonds."
Being a prisoner is frightening, no matter the condition of the captivity. Your choices are limited to the desire of your captor. Your future feels uncertain. In Paul's case, he was facing execution. Yet his letters are focused on the people he loved, not on his own trials (Colossians 4:17; 2 Corinthians 1:8-11).
Today, lets pray for those who are in bonds for the sake of Christ. They need our spiritual support and we need to be aware that we are united together. Whatever happens to a member of the body, happens to the entire body.
