Instead he must be hospitable, devoted to what is good, sensible, upright, devout, and self-controlled.

as we wait for the happy fulfillment of our hope in the glorious appearing of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ.

For every house is built by someone, but the builder of all things is God.

For everyone who lives on milk is inexperienced in the message of righteousness, because he is an infant.

But in your case, dear friends, even though we speak like this, we are convinced of better things relating to salvation.

For people swear by something greater than themselves, and the oath serves as a confirmation to end all dispute.

Now the first covenant, in fact, had regulations for worship and its earthly sanctuary.

By his will we have been made holy through the offering of the body of Jesus Christ once for all.

And these all were commended for their faith, yet they did not receive what was promised.

But the rich person’s pride should be in his humiliation, because he will pass away like a wildflower in the meadow.

Such wisdom does not come from above but is earthly, natural, demonic.

So whoever knows what is good to do and does not do it is guilty of sin.

You have condemned and murdered the righteous person, although he does not resist you.

Is anyone among you suffering? He should pray. Is anyone in good spirits? He should sing praises.

Be subject to every human institution for the Lord’s sake, whether to a king as supreme

But if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but glorify God that you bear such a name.

And if the righteous are barely saved, what will become of the ungodly and sinners?

Be sober and alert. Your enemy the devil, like a roaring lion, is on the prowl looking for someone to devour.

yet even angels, who are much more powerful, do not bring a slanderous judgment against them before the Lord.

And the world is passing away with all its desires, but the person who does the will of God remains forever.