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19 Circumcision is nothing, and uncircumcision is nothing; but obeying the commandments of God is everything. 20 Let each of you remain in the condition in which you were called.

21 Were you a slave when called? Do not be concerned about it. Even if you can gain your freedom, make use of your present condition now more than ever.[a]

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  1. 1 Corinthians 7:21 Or avail yourself of the opportunity

19 Circumcision is nothing and uncircumcision is nothing.(A) Keeping God’s commands is what counts. 20 Each person should remain in the situation they were in when God called them.(B)

21 Were you a slave when you were called? Don’t let it trouble you—although if you can gain your freedom, do so.

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