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Philippians 1:26-28
Contemporary English Version
Philippians 1:26-28
Contemporary English Version
26 Then, when I visit you again, you will have good reason to take great pride in Christ Jesus because of me.[a]
27 Above all else, you must live in a way that brings honor to the good news about Christ. Then, whether I visit you or not, I will hear that all of you think alike. I will know that you are working together and are struggling side by side to get others to believe the good news.
28 Be brave when you face your enemies. Your courage will show them that they are going to be destroyed, and it will show you that you will be saved. God will make all of this happen,
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- 1.26 take great pride in Christ Jesus because of me: Or “take great pride in me because of Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 1:26-28
New International Version
Philippians 1:26-28
New International Version
26 so that through my being with you again your boasting in Christ Jesus will abound on account of me.
Life Worthy of the Gospel
27 Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy(A) of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm(B) in the one Spirit,[a] striving together(C) as one for the faith of the gospel 28 without being frightened in any way by those who oppose you. This is a sign to them that they will be destroyed, but that you will be saved—and that by God.
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- Philippians 1:27 Or in one spirit
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