2 Timothy 4:5-8
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5 But you be watchful in all things, (A)endure afflictions, do the work of (B)an evangelist, fulfill your ministry.
Paul’s Valedictory
6 For (C)I am already being poured out as a drink offering, and the time of (D)my departure is at hand. 7 (E)I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 8 Finally, there is laid up for me (F)the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous (G)Judge, will give to me (H)on that Day, and not to me only but also to all who have loved His appearing.
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James 1:12
New King James Version
Loving God Under Trials
12 (A)Blessed is the man who endures temptation; for when he has been approved, he will receive (B)the crown of life (C)which the Lord has promised to those who love Him.
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Revelation 2:10
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10 (A)Do not fear any of those things which you are about to suffer. Indeed, the devil is about to throw some of you into prison, that you may be tested, and you will have tribulation ten days. (B)Be faithful until death, and I will give you (C)the crown of life.
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