I could wish to be present with you now and to change my tone, for I am perplexed about you.
for Herod feared John, knowing that he was a righteous and holy man, and kept him safe. When he heard him, he was much perplexed; and yet he heard him gladly.
We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair;
For what thanksgiving can we render to God for you, for all the joy which we feel for your sake before our God,