2 Thessalonians 2:13
NASB
2 Thes 2:13
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But we should always give thanks to God for you, brethren beloved by the Lord, because God has chosen you (One early ms reads {first fruits}) from the beginning for salvation through sanctification by the Spirit and faith in the truth.
2 Thes 2:14
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It was for this He called you through our gospel, that you may gain the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ.
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