Philemon 1:5

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Philemon 1:3–7 · Berean Standard Bible

3 Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

4 I always thank my God, remembering you in my prayers,

5 because I hear about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints.

6 I pray that your partnership in the faith may become effective as you fully acknowledge every good thing that is ours in Christ.

7 I take great joy and encouragement in your love, because you, brother, have refreshed the hearts of the saints.

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Colossians 1:4

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Philemon 1:7

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