Ephesians 3:1
1Paul's Ministry to the GentilesFor this reason I, Paul, am the prisoner of Christ Jesus for the sake of you Gentiles.Acts 21:33; Gal 5:11; Eph 4:1; 6:20; Phil 1:7, 13-14, 16; Col 1:24; 2Tim 1:8; 2:9-10Philippians 1:27
27Standing Firm in One SpiritThe only thing that matters is that you continue to live as good citizens in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come to see you or whether I stay away, I may hear all about you—that you are standing firm in one spirit, struggling with one mind for the faith of the gospel,1Cor 1:10; Eph 4:1; Phil 4:1; Col 1:10; 1Thes 2:12; 4:1; Jude 1:3Colossians 1:10
10so that you might live in a manner worthy of the Lord and be fully pleasing to him ▼▼Lit. to all pleasing
as you bear fruit in every good work and grow in the full knowledge of God.John 15:16; 2Cor 9:8; Eph 4:1; Phil 1:11, 27; 1Thes 2:12; 4:1; Titus 3:1; Heb 13:21 1 Thessalonians 2:12
12We comforted and encouraged you, urging you to live in a manner worthy of the God who calls ▼▼Other mss. read called
you into his kingdom and glory.1Cor 1:9; Eph 4:1; Phil 1:27; Col 1:10; 1Thes 4:1; 5:24; 2Thes 2:14; 2Tim 1:9
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