Philemon 7-9
English Standard Version
7 For I have derived much joy and (A)comfort from your love, my brother, because the hearts of the saints (B)have been refreshed through you.
Paul's Plea for Onesimus
8 Accordingly, (C)though I am bold enough in Christ to command you to do (D)what is required, 9 yet for love's sake I prefer to appeal to you—I, Paul, an old man and now (E)a prisoner also for Christ Jesus—
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Philemon 7-9
New International Version
7 Your love has given me great joy and encouragement,(A) because you, brother, have refreshed(B) the hearts of the Lord’s people.
Paul’s Plea for Onesimus
8 Therefore, although in Christ I could be bold and order you to do what you ought to do, 9 yet I prefer to appeal to you(C) on the basis of love. It is as none other than Paul—an old man and now also a prisoner(D) of Christ Jesus—
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