1I speak the truth in Christ; I am not lying, as confirmed by my conscience in the Holy Spirit.
2I have deep sorrow and unceasing anguish in my heart.
3For I could wish that I myself were cursed and cut off from Christ for the sake of my brothers, my own flesh and blood,
— Romans 9:1-3

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