and through his human nature put an end to the feud between us, and abolished the Law with its rules and regulations, in order to make peace and create out of the two parties one new man by uniting them with himself,

So I ask that what I am having to suffer for your sake may not make me lose heart, for it does you honor.

and through your faith to let Christ in his love make his home in your hearts. Your roots must be deep and your foundations strong,

Make every effort to maintain the unity of the Spirit through the tie of peace.

you must make sure what pleases the Lord.

and make the most of your opportunity, for these are evil times.

So you must take God's armor, so that when the evil day comes you will be able to make a stand, and when it is all over to hold your ground.

and for me, that when I open my lips I may be given a message, so that I may boldly make known the secret of the good news,