I wish I were present with you now and could change my tone, for I am perplexed about you.
for Herod feared John, knowing that he was a righteous and holy man, and he protected him. When he heard him, he was greatly perplexed; and yet he liked to listen to him.
We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair;
How can we thank God enough for you in return for all the joy that we feel before our God because of you?