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I. DELIVERANCE FROM THEM THAT BELIEVE NOT. Because —

1. They hate the truth.

2. Interpose difficulties.

3. Prevent success.

II. ACCEPTANCE WITH THE CHURCH. Because —

1. It encourages zeal.

2. Makes labour delightful.

3. Insures prosperity.

(J. Lyth, D.D.)

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KJV: Now I beseech you, brethren, for the Lord Jesus Christ's sake, and for the love of the Spirit, that ye strive together with me in your prayers to God for me;

WEB: Now I beg you, brothers, by our Lord Jesus Christ, and by the love of the Spirit, that you strive together with me in your prayers to God for me,