Holman Christian Standard Bible CSB
New International Version NIV
16 For even in Thessalonica you sent [gifts] for my need several times.
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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 seek the gift, but I seek the fruit that is increasing to your account.
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Not that I desire your gifts; what I desire is that more be credited to your account.
18 But I have received everything in full, and I have an abundance. I am fully supplied, having received from Epaphroditus what you provided-a fragrant offering, a welcome sacrifice, 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 supply all your needs according to His riches in 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 our God and Father be glory forever and ever. Amen.
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To our God and Father be glory for ever and ever. Amen.
21 Greet every saint in Christ Jesus. Those brothers who are with me greet you.
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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 greet you, but especially those from Caesar's household.
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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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