Matthew Henry Commentary Colossians 4:2-6

"Continue stedfastly in prayer, watching therein with thanksgiving; withal praying for us also, that God may open unto us a door for the word, to speak the mystery of Christ, for which I am also in bonds; that I may make it manifest, as I ought to speak. Walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time. Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how ye ought to answer each one." — Colossians 4:2-6 (ASV)

No duties can be performed correctly unless we persevere in fervent prayer, and watch in prayer with thanksgiving.

The people are to pray particularly for their ministers.

Believers are exhorted to proper conduct towards unbelievers. Be careful in all interactions with them, to do them good, and recommend religion by all appropriate means. Diligence in using time wisely commends religion to the favorable opinion of others. Even what is only carelessness may cause a lasting prejudice against the truth.

Let all speech be discreet and timely, as is fitting for Christians. Though our speech is not always about grace, it must always be with grace. Though our speech may be about common things, it must still be in a Christian manner. Grace is the salt that seasons our speech and keeps it from becoming corrupt. It is not enough to answer what is asked, unless we also answer correctly.