Psalm 23:4

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⁴Even though I ^(A)walk through the valley of ^(B)the shadow of death,^[a]
    I will ^(C)fear no evil,
for ^(D)you are with me;
    your ^(E)rod and your staff,
    they comfort me.

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Psalm 23:4 Or the valley of deep darkness

Psalm 23:4 in all English translations

James 1:2-4

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Testing of Your Faith

²^(A)Count it all joy, my brothers,^[a] when you meet trials ^(B)of various kinds, ³for you know that ^(C)the testing of your faith ^(D)produces steadfastness. ⁴And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be ^(E)perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.

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James 1:2 Or brothers and sisters. In New Testament usage, depending on the context, the plural Greek word adelphoi (translated “brothers”) may refer either to brothers or to brothers and sisters; also verses 16, 19

1 Peter 4:12-13

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Suffering as a Christian

¹²Beloved, do not be surprised at ^(A)the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. ¹³But rejoice ^(B)insofar as you share Christ's sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad ^(C)when his glory is revealed.

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