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1 Thessalonians 2:18-20
Contemporary English Version
1 Thessalonians 2:18-20
Contemporary English Version
18 We really wanted to come. I myself tried several times, but Satan always stopped us. 19 After all, when the Lord Jesus appears, who else but you will give us hope and joy and be like a glorious crown for us? 20 You alone are our glory and joy!
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1 Thessalonians 2:18-20
New International Version
1 Thessalonians 2:18-20
New International Version
18 For we wanted to come to you—certainly I, Paul, did, again and again—but Satan(A) blocked our way.(B) 19 For what is our hope, our joy, or the crown(C) in which we will glory(D) in the presence of our Lord Jesus when he comes?(E) Is it not you? 20 Indeed, you are our glory(F) and joy.
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