English Standard Version ESV
New Revised Standard NRS
1 I therefore, a prisoner for the Lord, urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you have been called,
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I therefore, the prisoner in the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of the calling to which you have been called,
2 with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love,
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with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love,
3 eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.
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making every effort to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.
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