having the same conflict such as ye saw in me, and now hear is in me.

For they all seek the things of themselves, not the things of Christ Jesus.

since he was longing for you all, and distressed because ye heard that he was sick.

For also he was sick, near death, but God was merciful to him, and not only him, but also me, so that I might not have sorrow upon sorrow.

Receive him therefore in Lord with all gladness, and hold such men esteemed.

Because for sake of the work of the Christ he came near the point of death, handing over his life so that he might fill up the deficiency of your service toward me.

Not that I seek the gift, but I seek the fruit that abounds to your account.