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You, therefore, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.
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And what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses, commit to faithful men who will be able to teach others also.
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Share in suffering as a good soldier of Christ Jesus.
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To please the recruiter, no one serving as a soldier gets entangled in the concerns of everyday life.
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Also, if anyone competes as an athlete, he is not crowned unless he competes according to the rules.
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It is the hardworking farmer who ought to be the first to get a share of the crops.
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Consider what I say, for the Lord will give you understanding in everything.
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Keep in mind Jesus Christ, risen from the dead, descended from David, according to my gospel.
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