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1 Corinthians 9:26-27
New Living Translation
1 Corinthians 9:26-27
New Living Translation
26 So I run with purpose in every step. I am not just shadowboxing. 27 I discipline my body like an athlete, training it to do what it should. Otherwise, I fear that after preaching to others I myself might be disqualified.
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1 Corinthians 9:26-27
New International Version
1 Corinthians 9:26-27
New International Version
26 Therefore I do not run like someone running aimlessly;(A) I do not fight like a boxer beating the air.(B) 27 No, I strike a blow to my body(C) and make it my slave so that after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified for the prize.(D)
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