15 For perhaps it was (A)for this reason that he was separated from you for a while, that you would have him back forever, 16 (B)no longer as a slave, but more than a slave, (C)a beloved brother, especially to me, but how much more to you, both (D)in the flesh and in the Lord.

17 If then you regard me as a (E)partner, accept him as you would me.

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15 For perhaps for this reason he was separated for an hour: in order that you might receive him in full forever, 16 no longer as a slave, but beyond a slave, a beloved brother— especially to me, but how much more to you, both in the flesh and in the Lord!

Accept Him As Me, And Charge His Debts To My Account

17 Therefore if you hold me as a partner, accept him as me.

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