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Watch out for him yourself, because he strongly opposed our words.
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At my first defense, no one came to my assistance, but everyone deserted me. May it not be counted against them.
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But the Lord stood with me and strengthened me, so that the proclamation might be fully made through me, and all the Gentiles might hear. So I was rescued from the lion's mouth.
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The Lord will rescue me from every evil work and will bring me safely into His heavenly kingdom. To Him be the glory forever and ever! Amen.
Benediction
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Greet Prisca and Aquila, and the household of Onesiphorus.
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Erastus has remained at Corinth; Trophimus I left sick at Miletus.
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Make every effort to come before winter. Eubulus greets you, as do Pudens, Linus, Claudia, and all the brothers.
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The Lord be with your spirit. Grace be with you!