²⁴ But the word of God^(A) continued to spread and flourish.^(B)

²⁰ In this way the word of the Lord^(A) spread widely and grew in power.^(B)

⁶ that has come to you. In the same way, the gospel is bearing fruit^(A) and growing throughout the whole world^(B)—just as it has been doing among you since the day you heard it and truly understood God’s grace.