²³ And not only that,^(A) but we ourselves who have the Spirit as the firstfruits^(B)—we also groan within ourselves,^(C) eagerly waiting for adoption,^(D) the redemption of our bodies.^{(E) 24} Now in this hope^(F) we were saved, yet hope^(G) that is seen is not hope, because who hopes for what he sees? ²⁵ But if we hope for what we do not see,^(H) we eagerly wait for it with patience.

³ We recall, in the presence of our God and Father,^(A) your work of faith,^(B) labor of love, and endurance of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ,^(C)