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Colossians 3:20-22
Contemporary English Version
Colossians 3:20-22
Contemporary English Version
20 (A) Children must always obey their parents. This pleases the Lord.
21 (B) Parents, don't be hard on your children. If you are, they might give up.
22 (C) Slaves, you must always obey your earthly masters. Try to please them at all times, and not just when you think they are watching. Honor the Lord and serve your masters with your whole heart.
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Colossians 3:20-22
New International Version
Colossians 3:20-22
New International Version
20 Children, obey your parents in everything, for this pleases the Lord.
21 Fathers,[a] do not embitter your children, or they will become discouraged.
22 Slaves, obey your earthly masters in everything; and do it, not only when their eye is on you and to curry their favor, but with sincerity of heart and reverence for the Lord.
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- Colossians 3:21 Or Parents
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