²² strengthening the souls of ^(A)the disciples, encouraging them to continue in ^(B)the faith, and saying, “^(C)It is through many tribulations that we must enter the kingdom of God.”

^9 (A)not returning evil for evil or ^(B)insult for insult, but giving a ^(C)blessing instead; for ^(D)you were called for the very purpose that you would ^(E)inherit a blessing.