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Chinese (traditional)This Jesus is
‘the stone that was rejected by you, the builders;
it has become the cornerstone.’ As God's chosen ones, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience. Blessed is anyone who endures temptation. Such a one has stood the test and will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him. For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. For he has graciously granted you the privilege not only of believing in Christ, but of suffering for him as well. The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit. Train children in the right way,
and when old, they will not stray. But ask in faith, never doubting, for the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, driven and tossed by the wind. I cried aloud to him,
and he was extolled with my tongue. But because of cases of sexual immorality, each man should have his own wife and each woman her own husband. I can do all things through him who strengthens me. Do not fear, for I am with you,
do not be afraid, for I am your God;
I will strengthen you, I will help you,
I will uphold you with my victorious right hand. I am hard pressed between the two: my desire is to depart and be with Christ, for that is far better; but to remain in the flesh is more necessary for you. Wives, be subject to your husbands, as is fitting in the Lord. Husbands, love your wives and never treat them harshly. But for that very reason I received mercy, so that in me, as the foremost, Jesus Christ might display the utmost patience, making me an example to those who would come to believe in him for eternal life. The Lord is not slow about his promise, as some think of slowness, but is patient with you, not wanting any to perish, but all to come to repentance. Honor your father and your mother, so that your days may be long in the land that the Lord your God is giving you. Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. Do not be afraid, little flock, for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom. I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, so that you may know that you have eternal life. But God, who is rich in mercy, out of the great love with which he loved us even when we were dead through our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ —by grace you have been saved—. As a father has compassion for his children,
so the Lord has compassion for those who fear him. This also comes from the Lord of hosts;
he is wonderful in counsel,
and excellent in wisdom. Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in the one body. And be thankful. On God rests my deliverance and my honor;
my mighty rock, my refuge is in God. If we confess our sins, he who is faithful and just will forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. For a child has been born for us,
a son given to us;
authority rests upon his shoulders;
and he is named
Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,
Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Your word is a lamp to my feet
and a light to my path. The one who believes and is baptized will be saved; but the one who does not believe will be condemned. For you, O Lord, are good and forgiving,
abounding in steadfast love to all who call on you.