But it is always good to be zealous in a good cause, and not only when I am present with you.
THE SURROUNDING PASSAGE
Galatians 4:18 in context
Galatians 4:15–21
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What was the blessing you enjoyed? For I testify to you that, if possible, you would have plucked out your eyes and given them to me.
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So then, have I become your enemy by telling you the truth?
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They zealously seek you in no good way. No, they desire to alienate you, that you may seek them.
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But it is always good to be zealous in a good cause, and not only when I am present with you.
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My little children, of whom I am again in travail until Christ is formed in you—
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but I could wish to be present with you now, and to change my tone, for I am perplexed about you.
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Tell me, you that desire to be under the law, don’t you listen to the law?
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