and not only by his coming but also by the comfort you had given him. He told us about your longing for me, your deep sorrow, your ardent concern for me, so that my joy was greater than ever.

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In the midst of a very severe trial, their overflowing joy and their extreme poverty welled up in rich generosity.(A)

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15 Where, then, is your blessing of me now? I can testify that, if you could have done so, you would have torn out your eyes and given them to me.

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22 But the fruit(A) of the Spirit is love,(B) joy, peace,(C) forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,

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In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray(A) with joy

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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 boasting in Christ Jesus will abound on account of me.

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then make my joy complete(A) by being like-minded,(B) having the same love, being one(C) in spirit and of one mind.

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29 So then, welcome him in the Lord with great joy, and honor people like him,(A)

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Closing Appeal for Steadfastness and Unity

Therefore, my brothers and sisters, you whom I love and long for,(A) my joy and crown, stand firm(B) in the Lord in this way, dear friends!

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You became imitators of us(A) and of the Lord, for you welcomed the message in the midst of severe suffering(B) with the joy(C) given by the Holy Spirit.(D)

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19 For what is our hope, our joy, or the crown(A) in which we will glory(B) in the presence of our Lord Jesus when he comes?(C) Is it not you?

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20 Indeed, you are our glory(A) and joy.

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How can we thank God enough for you(A) in return for all the joy we have in the presence of our God because of you?(B)

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Recalling your tears,(A) I long to see you,(B) so that I may be filled with joy.

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