What shall we say then? – that the Gentiles who did not pursue righteousness obtained it, that is, a righteousness that is by faith,

And how are they to preach unless they are sent? As it is written, “How timely is the arrival of those who proclaim the good news.”

let their eyes be darkened so that they may not see, and make their backs bend continually.”

For if their rejection is the reconciliation of the world, what will their acceptance be but life from the dead?

do not boast over the branches. But if you boast, remember that you do not support the root, but the root supports you.

Granted! They were broken off because of their unbelief, but you stand by faith. Do not be arrogant, but fear!

And even they – if they do not continue in their unbelief – will be grafted in, for God is able to graft them in again.

Owe no one anything, except to love one another, for the one who loves his neighbor has fulfilled the law.

Instead, put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the flesh to arouse its desires.

Therefore we must not pass judgment on one another, but rather determine never to place an obstacle or a trap before a brother or sister.

It is good not to eat meat or drink wine or to do anything that causes your brother to stumble.

But we who are strong ought to bear with the failings of the weak, and not just please ourselves.

And in this way I desire to preach where Christ has not been named, so as not to build on another person’s foundation,

so that you do not lack any spiritual gift as you wait for the revelation of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Is Christ divided? Paul wasn’t crucified for you, was he? Or were you in fact baptized in the name of Paul?

For I decided to be concerned about nothing among you except Jesus Christ, and him crucified.

So then, let us celebrate the festival, not with the old yeast, the yeast of vice and evil, but with the bread without yeast, the bread of sincerity and truth.

To the married I give this command – not I, but the Lord – a wife should not divorce a husband

(but if she does, let her remain unmarried, or be reconciled to her husband), and a husband should not divorce his wife.

Were you called as a slave? Do not worry about it. But if indeed you are able to be free, make the most of the opportunity.