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Chinese (traditional)Jesus is ‘the stone you builders rejected, which has become the cornerstone.’ Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person 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 gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe in him, but also to suffer for him. The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit. Start children off on the way they should go,
and even when they are old they will not turn from it. But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind. I cried out to him with my mouth;
his praise was on my tongue. But since sexual immorality is occurring, each man should have sexual relations with his own wife, and each woman with her own husband. I can do all this through him who gives me strength. So do not fear, for I am with you;
do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you;
I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. I am torn between the two: I desire to depart and be with Christ, which is better by far; but it is more necessary for you that I remain in the body. Wives, submit yourselves to your husbands, as is fitting in the Lord. Husbands, love your wives and do not be harsh with them. But for that very reason I was shown mercy so that in me, the worst of sinners, Christ Jesus might display his immense patience as an example for those who would believe in him and receive eternal life. The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance. Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the Lord your God is giving you. Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has been pleased 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 because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved. As a father has compassion on his children,
so the Lord has compassion on those who fear him. All this also comes from the Lord Almighty,
whose plan is wonderful,
whose wisdom is magnificent. Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. My salvation and my honor depend on God;
he is my mighty rock, my refuge. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. For to us a child is born,
to us a son is given,
and the government will be on his shoulders.
And he will be called
Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,
Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Your word is a lamp for my feet,
a light on my path. Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned. Who is he, this King of glory?
The Lord Almighty—
he is the King of glory. For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.Next verse!With image