Hebrews 9:17
For a will is in force only when somebody has died, since it never takes effect while the one who made it is living.
Galatians 3:15
To give a human example, brethren: even though it is only a man's covenant, yet when it has been ratified, no one sets it aside or adds conditions to it.
John 14:27
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.
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For a testament is of force after men are dead: otherwise it is of no strength at all while the testator liveth.
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John 14:27
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.