Jacob 2:3
~544–420 BC
1830 Edition
and ye yourselves know, that I have hitherto been diligent in the office of my calling; but I this day am weighed down with much more desire and anxiety for the welfare of your souls, than I have hitherto been.
Influences
Acts 20:34 (KJV)
Yea, ye yourselves know, that these hands have ministered unto my necessities, and to them that were with me.
Changes
Simple English
You know I have worked hard as your teacher. But today I worry about your souls even more than before.
Paraphrase
You know I’ve always been devoted to my calling. But today I’m more burdened than ever. I’m deeply anxious about the state of your souls.