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Chinese (traditional)But many who are the greatest now will be least important then, and those who seem least important now will be the greatest then. Tainted wealth has no lasting value,
but right living can save your life. You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden. For you have been called to live in freedom, my brothers and sisters. But don’t use your freedom to satisfy your sinful nature. Instead, use your freedom to serve one another in love. Remember, O Lord, your compassion and unfailing love,
which you have shown from long ages past.
Do not remember the rebellious sins of my youth.
Remember me in the light of your unfailing love,
for you are merciful, O Lord. And you must love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, all your mind, and all your strength. So all of us who have had that veil removed can see and reflect the glory of the Lord. And the Lord—who is the Spirit—makes us more and more like him as we are changed into his glorious image. We can make our plans,
but the Lord determines our steps. So obey the commands of the Lord your God by walking in his ways and fearing him. If another believer sins against you, go privately and point out the offense. If the other person listens and confesses it, you have won that person back. What are mere mortals that you should think about them,
human beings that you should care for them? O Sovereign Lord! You made the heavens and earth by your strong hand and powerful arm. Nothing is too hard for you! For this is how God loved the world: He gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life. The name of the Lord is a strong fortress;
the godly run to him and are safe. The end of the world is coming soon. Therefore, be earnest and disciplined in your prayers. Work at living in peace with everyone, and work at living a holy life, for those who are not holy will not see the Lord. For the word of the Lord holds true,
and we can trust everything he does. God will do this, for he is faithful to do what he says, and he has invited you into partnership with his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. So be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid and do not panic before them. For the Lord your God will personally go ahead of you. He will neither fail you nor abandon you. Better to have little, with godliness,
than to be rich and dishonest. I tell you the truth, until heaven and earth disappear, not even the smallest detail of God’s law will disappear until its purpose is achieved. This is real love—not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as a sacrifice to take away our sins. He will cover you with his feathers.
He will shelter you with his wings.
His faithful promises are your armor and protection. I am the Lord, the God of all the peoples of the world. Is anything too hard for me? Physical training is good, but training for godliness is much better, promising benefits in this life and in the life to come. Sing to the Lord, for he has done wonderful things.
Make known his praise around the world. Anyone who denies the Son doesn’t have the Father, either. But anyone who acknowledges the Son has the Father also. For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many. The Lord is my light and my salvation—
so why should I be afraid?
The Lord is my fortress, protecting me from danger,
so why should I tremble? I have written this to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, so that you may know you have eternal life. He is the Rock; his deeds are perfect.
Everything he does is just and fair.
He is a faithful God who does no wrong;
how just and upright he is! Deceit fills hearts that are plotting evil;
joy fills hearts that are planning peace! For you are my hiding place;
you protect me from trouble.
You surround me with songs of victory.Next verse!With image