For our gospel did not come to you in word only, but also in power, in the Holy Spirit,(A) and with much assurance. You know what kind of men we were among you(B) for your benefit, and you became imitators of us and of the Lord when, in spite of severe persecution, you welcomed the message(C) with joy from the Holy Spirit. As a result, you became an example to all the believers in Macedonia(D) and Achaia.(E)

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because our gospel(A) came to you not simply with words but also with power,(B) with the Holy Spirit and deep conviction. You know(C) how we lived among you for your sake. You became imitators of us(D) and of the Lord, for you welcomed the message in the midst of severe suffering(E) with the joy(F) given by the Holy Spirit.(G) And so you became a model(H) to all the believers in Macedonia(I) and Achaia.(J)

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