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 ##### The use of paradox #####
 
-This is a statement that seems absurd and appears to contradict itself. A paradox occurs in this chapter: having joy in affliction. This is a counter-intuitive reaction to difficulties. Paul also uses riches and poverty in other apparent paradoxes.
+This is a statement that seems absurd and appears to contradict itself. A paradox occurs in this chapter: having joy in affliction. Most people do not think that they will rejoice in difficulty. Paul also uses riches and poverty in other paradoxes.
 
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 ##### The use of paradox #####
 
-This is a statement that seems absurd, that appears to contradict itself. A paradox occurs in this chapter: Paul boasts in his weakness. This is a counter-intuitive reaction to difficulties.
+This is a statement that seems absurd, that appears to contradict itself. A paradox occurs in this chapter: Paul boasts in his weakness. Most people do not boast about being weak.
 
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 ##### The use of paradox #####
 
-Paradox is a seemingly absurd statement, appearing to contradict itself. A paradox occurs in this chapter: Paul rejoices in his suffering. This is a counter-intuitive reaction to difficulties.
+Paradox is a seemingly absurd statement, appearing to contradict itself. A paradox occurs in this chapter: Paul rejoices in his suffering. Most people do not think that they will rejoice in suffering.
 
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