I wish I could be with you now and change my tone, for I don’t know what to make of you.
For Herod was in awe of John and kept him safe, knowing him to be a righteous and holy man. When he listened to John he was confused, but he still listened gladly.
We are hard pressed in every way, yet not crushed; perplexed, yet not in despair;
For what thanks would be enough to offer to God, in return for all the joy we feel before our God because of you?