would that I could be with you at this moment, and alter my tone, for I am at my wits' end about you!
How can I render thanks enough to God for you, for all the joy you make me feel in the presence of our God?
for Herod stood in awe of John, knowing he was a just and holy man; so he protected John — he was greatly exercised when he listened to him, still he was glad to listen to him.
on every side I am harried but not hemmed in, perplexed but not despairing,