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As for me, I have been the last to come on duty, as if going through vineyards to gather whatever the grape-pickers had left behind. But the Lord blessed me, and I did well, like a grape-picker who has filled the wine press.
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But I want you to know that I have not done all this work for myself alone, but for everyone who wants to learn.
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Listen to me, all you great leaders! All you leaders of the assemblies, hear what I have to say!
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Never, as long as you live, give anyone power over you - whether son, wife, brother, or friend. Don't give your property to anyone; you might change your mind and have to ask for it back.
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As long as you have breath in your body, don't let anyone lead your life for you.
Scripture taken from the Good News Translation - Second Edition, Copyright 1992 by American Bible Society. Used by Permission.