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holding fast the word of life, so that I may rejoice in the day of Christ that I have not run in vain or labored in vain.

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Yes, and if I am being poured out as a drink offering on the sacrifice and service of your faith, I am glad and rejoice with you all.

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For the same reason you also be glad and rejoice with me.

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But I trust in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you shortly, that I also may be encouraged when I know your state.

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For I have no one like-minded, who will sincerely care for your state.

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For all seek their own, not the things which are of Christ Jesus.

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But you know his proven character, that as a son with his father he served with me in the gospel.

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Therefore I hope to send him at once, as soon as I see how it goes with me.