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I. Seek Divine direction.

II. Proceed cautiously.

III. Secure by private appeal the influence of the wise and good.

(J. Lyth.)

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KJV: And I went up by revelation, and communicated unto them that gospel which I preach among the Gentiles, but privately to them which were of reputation, lest by any means I should run, or had run, in vain.

WEB: I went up by revelation, and I laid before them the Good News which I preach among the Gentiles, but privately before those who were respected, for fear that I might be running, or had run, in vain.