For who has known the mind of the Lord, or who has been his counselor?

Love must be without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil, cling to what is good.

to the only wise God, through Jesus Christ, be glory forever! Amen.

For the kingdom of God is demonstrated not in idle talk but with power.

What do you want? Shall I come to you with a rod of discipline or with love and a spirit of gentleness?

But if they do not have self-control, let them get married. For it is better to marry than to burn with sexual desire.

Let each one remain in that situation in life in which he was called.

But be careful that this liberty of yours does not become a hindrance to the weak.

This is my defense to those who examine me.

Or do only Barnabas and I lack the right not to work?

Am I saying these things only on the basis of common sense, or does the law not say this as well?

Am I saying that idols or food sacrificed to them amount to anything?

Or are we trying to provoke the Lord to jealousy? Are we really stronger than he is?

for the earth and its abundance are the Lord’s.

For this reason a woman should have a symbol of authority on her head, because of the angels.

To each person the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the benefit of all.

Two or three prophets should speak and the others should evaluate what is said.

It is the same with the resurrection of the dead. What is sown is perishable, what is raised is imperishable.

And if it seems advisable that I should go also, they will go with me.

My love be with all of you in Christ Jesus.