The Bible in Basic English BBE
New International Version NIV
16 Because even in Thessalonica you sent once and again to me in my need.
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for even when I was in Thessalonica, you sent me aid more than once when I was in need.
17 Not that I am looking for an offering, but for fruit which may be put to your credit.
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Not that I desire your gifts; what I desire is that more be credited to your account.
18 I have all things and more than enough: I am made full, having had from Epaphroditus the things which came from you, a perfume of a sweet smell, an offering well pleasing to God.
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I have received full payment and have more than enough. I am amply supplied, now that I have received from Epaphroditus the gifts you sent. They are a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, pleasing to God.
19 And my God will give you all you have need of from the wealth of his glory in Christ Jesus.
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And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.
20 Now to God our Father be glory for ever and ever. So be it.
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To our God and Father be glory for ever and ever. Amen.
21 Give words of love to every saint in Christ Jesus. The brothers who are with me send you their love.
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Greet all God’s people in Christ Jesus. The brothers and sisters who are with me send greetings.
22 All the saints send their love to you, specially those who are of Caesar's house.
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All God’s people here send you greetings, especially those who belong to Caesar’s household.
23 The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit.
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The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit. Amen.
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