A person’s heart plans his way, but the Lord determines his steps.

From the rising of the sun to its setting, let the name of the Lord be praised.

And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.

Love one another deeply as brothers and sisters. Take the lead in honoring one another.

Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for the kingdom of heaven is theirs.

Adopt the same attitude as that of Christ Jesus.

Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you believe so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.

Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God — who gives to all generously and ungrudgingly — and it will be given to him.

By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.

And let us consider one another in order to provoke love and good works.