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looking to Jesus the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who for the sake of a the joy that was set before him endured the cross, disregarding its shame, and has taken his seat at the right hand of the throne of God.
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Consider him who endured such hostility against himself from sinners, b so that you may not grow weary or lose heart.
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