Let all bitterness, anger and wrath, shouting and slander be removed from you, along with all malice. And be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving one another, just as God also forgave you in Christ.

But we will devote ourselves to prayer and to the ministry of the word.

For everything in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride in one’s possessions—is not from the Father, but is from the world.

You have given me the shield of your salvation; your help exalts me. You make a spacious place beneath me for my steps, and my ankles do not give way.

Take up my yoke and learn from me, because I am lowly and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.

Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.

Rejoice in hope; be patient in affliction; be persistent in prayer. 13 Share with the saints in their needs; pursue hospitality.

“The final glory of this house will be greater than the first,” says the Lord of Armies. “I will provide peace in this place”—this is the declaration of the Lord of Armies.

Let them give thanks to the Lord for his faithful love and his wondrous works for all humanity.

Peace I leave with you. My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Don’t let your heart be troubled or fearful.