Paul’s Desire to See Them

17 But as for us, brothers and sisters, after we were forced to leave you[a] for a short time (in person, not in heart(A)), we greatly desired and made every effort to return(B) and see you face to face. 18 So we wanted to come to you—even I, Paul, time and again—but Satan(C) hindered us. 19 For who is our hope or joy(D) or crown(E) of boasting(F) in the presence of our Lord(G) Jesus at his coming?(H) Is it not you?(I) 20 Indeed you are our glory(J) and joy!

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Footnotes

  1. 2:17 Lit orphaned from you

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