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23 I am torn between the two: I desire to depart and be with Christ, which is better by far;
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23 I am torn between the two: I desire to depart and be with Christ, which is better by far;
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24 but it is more necessary for you that I remain in the body.
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24 but it is more necessary for you that I remain in the body.
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25 Convinced of this, I know that I will remain, and I will continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith,
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25 Convinced of this, I know that I will remain, and I will continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith,
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26 so that through my being with you again your joy in Christ Jesus will overflow on account of me.
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26 so that through my being with you again your joy in Christ Jesus will overflow on account of me.
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27 Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in one spirit, contending as one man for the faith of the gospel
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27 Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in one spirit, contending as one man for the faith of the gospel
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28 without being frightened in any way by those who oppose you. This is a sign to them that they will be destroyed, but that you will be saved--and that by God.
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28 without being frightened in any way by those who oppose you. This is a sign to them that they will be destroyed, but that you will be saved--and that by God.
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29 For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe on him, but also to suffer for him,
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29 For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe on him, but also to suffer for him,
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30 since you are going through the same struggle you saw I had, and now hear that I still have.
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30 since you are going through the same struggle you saw I had, and now hear that I still have.
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Scripture quoted by permission. Quotations designated (NIV) are from THE HOLY BIBLE: NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION®. NIV®. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 by Biblica. All rights reserved worldwide. (New International Version Bible Online) |
