I pray that your participation in the faith may become effective(A) through knowing every good thing(B) that is in us[a] for the glory of Christ. For I have great joy and encouragement from your love, because the hearts of the saints have been refreshed(C) through you, brother.

An Appeal for Onesimus

For this reason, although I have great boldness in Christ to command you to do what is right,

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