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13 Be on the alert, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong.
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Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong.
14 Let all that you do be done in love.
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Do everything in love.
15 Now I urge you, brethren (you know the household of Stephanas, that they were the first fruits of Achaia, and that they have devoted themselves for ministry to the saints ),
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You know that the household of Stephanas were the first converts in Achaia, and they have devoted themselves to the service of the Lord’s people. I urge you, brothers and sisters,
16 that you also be in subjection to such men and to everyone who helps in the work and labors.
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to submit to such people and to everyone who joins in the work and labors at it.
17 I rejoice over the coming of Stephanas and Fortunatus and Achaicus, because they have supplied what was lacking on your part.
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I was glad when Stephanas, Fortunatus and Achaicus arrived, because they have supplied what was lacking from you.
18 For they have refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore acknowledge such men.
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For they refreshed my spirit and yours also. Such men deserve recognition.
19 The churches of Asia greet you. Aquila and Prisca greet you heartily in the Lord , with the church that is in their house.
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The churches in the province of Asia send you greetings. Aquila and Priscilla greet you warmly in the Lord, and so does the church that meets at their house.
20 All the brethren greet you. Greet one another with a holy kiss.
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All the brothers and sisters here send you greetings. Greet one another with a holy kiss.
21 The greeting is in my own hand -Paul.
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I, Paul, write this greeting in my own hand.
22 If anyone does not love the Lord , he is to be accursed. Maranatha.
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If anyone does not love the Lord, let that person be cursed! Come, Lord !
23 The grace of the Lord Jesus be with you.
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The grace of the Lord Jesus be with you.
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