25 Now everyone who competes exercises self-control(A) in everything. They do it to receive a perishable crown,(B) but we an imperishable crown.

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25 Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown(A) that will not last, but we do it to get a crown that will last forever.(B)

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12 Blessed is the one who endures trials, because when he has stood the test he will receive the crown(A) of life that God[a] has promised to those who love him.(B)

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  1. 1:12 Other mss read that the Lord

12 Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial(A) because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life(B) that the Lord has promised to those who love him.(C)

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11 I am coming soon.(A) Hold on to what you have,(B) so that no one takes your crown.(C)

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11 I am coming soon.(A) Hold on to what you have,(B) so that no one will take your crown.(C)

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