² We have also obtained access through him^(A) by faith^[a] into this grace in which we stand,^(B) and we boast^[b] in the hope of the glory of God. ³ And not only that,^(C) but we also boast in our afflictions,^(D) because we know that affliction produces endurance,^(E)

¹⁶ For God loved^(A) the world in this way:^[a] He gave^[b] his one and only^(B) Son,^(C) so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.^(D)