Acts 20:31

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Acts 20:29–33 · Berean Standard Bible

29 I know that after my departure, savage wolves will come in among you and will not spare the flock.

30 Even from your own number, men will rise up and distort the truth to draw away disciples after them.

31 Therefore be alert and remember that for three years I never stopped warning each of you night and day with tears.

32 And now I commit you to God and to the word of His grace, which can build you up and give you an inheritance among all who are sanctified.

33 I have not coveted anyone’s silver or gold or clothing.

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Mark 13:35

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Mark 13:36

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2 Timothy 4:5

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Hebrews 13:17

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Revelation 16:15

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1 Thessalonians 2:10

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2 Thessalonians 3:8

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