¹⁷ For he was one of our number and was allotted a share in this ministry.”^(A)

¹³ Then Paul replied, “What are you doing, weeping and breaking my heart? For I am ready not only to be bound but also to die in Jerusalem for the name of the Lord Jesus.”^(A)

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4 Therefore, since we have this ministry because we were shown mercy,^(A) we do not give up.^(B)

⁷ I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.