in order that all may be condemned who did not believe the truth, but delighted in unrighteousness.

But we ought to give thanks to God always concerning you, brothers [dearly] loved by the Lord, because God has chosen you [as] first fruits for salvation by the sanctification of the Spirit and faith in the truth,

But the Lord is faithful, who will strengthen you and guard [you] from the evil one.

But we command you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, [that] you keep away from every brother who lives irresponsibly and not according to the tradition that they received from us.

nor did we eat bread from anyone without paying, but with toil and labor, [we were] working night and day in order not to be a burden to any of you,

not that we do not have the right, but so that we may give ourselves [as] an example to you, so that [you] may imitate us.

For we hear [that] some among you are living irresponsibly, working [at] nothing, but being busybodies.

But [as for] you, brothers, do not be discouraged [while] doing what is right.

But if anyone does not obey our message through this letter, take note not to associate with him, in order that he may be put to shame.

And do not consider [him] as an enemy, but admonish [him] as a brother.