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15 Indeed, some preach Christ out of envy and strife, but some also out of goodwill.

16 Indeed, the former preaches Christ out of rivalry (and not purely, supposing to add more affliction to my bonds),

17 but the latter out of love, knowing that I am appointed for the defense of the Gospel.

18 What then? Christ is still preached in all manner of ways, whether under a pretense or sincerely. And I rejoice in that! Indeed, and I will rejoice!

19 For I know that this shall cause my deliverance (through your prayer and by the help of the Spirit of Jesus Christ)

20 as I fervently expect and hope that in nothing shall I be ashamed. But that with all confidence (as always) so now Christ shall be magnified in my body, whether it be by life or by death.

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