KJV:
For he that in these things serveth Christ is acceptable to God, and approved of men.
NASB:
For he who in this way serves Christ is acceptable to God and approved by men.
KJV:
Salute Apelles approved in Christ. Salute them which are of Aristobulus' household.
NASB:
Greet Apelles, the approved in Christ. Greet those who are of the household of Aristobulus.
KJV:
For there must be also heresies among you, that they which are approved may be made manifest among you.
NASB:
For there must also be factions among you, so that those who are approved may become evident among you.
KJV:
For not he that commendeth himself is approved, but whom the Lord commendeth.
NASB:
For it is not he who commends himself that is approved, but he whom the Lord commends.
KJV:
Now I pray to God that ye do no evil; not that we should appear approved, but that ye should do that which is honest, though we be as reprobates.
NASB:
Now we pray to God that you do no wrong; not that we ourselves may appear approved, but that you may do what is right, even though we may appear unapproved.
KJV:
Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.
NASB:
Be diligent to present yourself approved to God as a workman who does not need to be ashamed, accurately handling the word of truth.
KJV:
Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.
NASB:
Blessed is a man who perseveres under trial; for once he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him.