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4 But as we were allowed of God to be put in trust with the gospel, even so we speak ; not as pleasing men, but God, which trieth our hearts.
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4 On the contrary, we speak as men approved by God to be entrusted with the gospel. We are not trying to please men but God, who tests our hearts.
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5 For neither at any time used we flattering words , as ye know , nor a cloke of covetousness; God is witness:
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5 You know we never used flattery, nor did we put on a mask to cover up greed--God is our witness.
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