In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace;

In whom also we have obtained an inheritance, being predestinated according to the purpose of him who works all things after the counsel of his own will:

For through him we both have access by one Spirit unto the Father.

If you have heard of the dispensation of the grace of God which is given me toward you:

In whom we have boldness and access with confidence through faith in him.

Who being past feeling have given themselves over unto licentiousness, to work all uncleanness with greediness.

But you have not so learned Christ;

If so be that you have heard him, and have been taught by him, as the truth is in Jesus:

Let him that stole steal no more: but rather let him labor, working with his hands the thing which is good, that he may have to give to him that needs.

And have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather reprove them.

Whom I have sent unto you for the same purpose, that you might know our affairs, and that he might comfort your hearts.