Nehemiah 5:16

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Yea, also I continued in the work of this wall, neither bought we any land: and all my servants were gathered thither unto the work.

"And that in the good ground, these are such as, in a good and honest heart, having heard the word, hold it fast, and bear fruit with patience.

to those who, by patience in well-doing, are seeking for glory and honor and incorruption, eternal life;

Therefore, my beloved brethren, become steadfast, immovable, abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord.

And, in doing what is noble, let us not grow weary; for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.

I coveted no one's silver, or gold, or apparel.

For neither, at any time, did we use a word of flattery, as ye know, nor a semblance of covetousness, God is witness;

But be it so, I did not burden you; but, being crafty, I caught you with guile.

For I have no one like-minded, who, indeed, will sincerely care for your interests;