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“Were you a slave when you were called? Do not let it concern you—but if you can gain your freedom, take the opportunity.”

“The next day we landed at Sidon, and Julius treated Paul with consideration, allowing him to visit his friends and receive their care.”

“After hoisting it up, the crew used ropes to undergird the ship. And fearing that they would run aground on the sandbars of Syrtis, they lowered the sea anchor and were driven along.”

“Now we know that the law is good, if one uses it legitimately.”

“When I planned this, did I do it carelessly? Or do I make my plans by human standards, so as to say “Yes, yes” and also “No, no”?”

“and those who use the things of this world, as if not dependent on them. For this world in its present form is passing away.”

“But I have not used any of these rights. And I am not writing this to suggest that something be done for me. Indeed, I would rather die than let anyone nullify my boast.”

“Therefore, since we have such a hope, we are very bold.”

“This is why I write these things while absent, so that when I am present I will not need to be severe in my use of the authority that the Lord gave me for building you up, not for tearing you down.”