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

in whom also we have been called, having been predestinated according to the purpose of him who works out all things according to the counsel of his will,

but now, in Christ Jesus you who were formerly far off have been made nigh by the blood of Christ.

for through him we both have access by one spirit to the Father.

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

who being without feeling have given themselves up to lewdness, to commit every impurity with greediness.

But you have not so learned Christ,

if you have indeed heard him, and been instructed by him as the truth is in Jesus,

Let him that has stolen steal no more, but rather let him labor, doing that which is good with his hands, that he may have to give to him that needs.

whom I have sent to you for this purpose, that you may know the things concerning us and that he may comfort your hearts.