2:14 (Verse Number)

Note that Good News Translation, The Jerusalem Bible and some other versions have the verse number in a different place from King James Version, Revised Standard Version, Berean Standard Bible and others. In translation it may be best to follow the numbering system that is used in the major version in your area.

2:14e

strong: (Metaphor) This refers here to spiritual strength, perseverance in faith, ability to defend and proclaim the gospel.

2:14f

the word of God abides in you: (Metaphor) This metaphor is showing that the word of God is constantly present in the lives of the readers, so that they are always paying attention to it.

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