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16 He alone possesses immortality [absolute exemption from death] and lives in unapproachable light, whom no man has ever seen or can see. To Him be honor and eternal power and dominion! Amen.

17 As for the rich in this present world, instruct them not to be conceited and arrogant, nor to set their hope on the uncertainty of riches, but on God, who richly and ceaselessly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. 18 Instruct them to do good, to be rich in good works, to be generous, willing to share [with others].

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16 who alone is immortal(A) and who lives in unapproachable light,(B) whom no one has seen or can see.(C) To him be honor and might forever. Amen.(D)

17 Command those who are rich(E) in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth,(F) which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God,(G) who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment.(H) 18 Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds,(I) and to be generous and willing to share.(J)

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