For we hear that some of you are living in idleness, refusing to work, but [instead] are just being busybodies.

No one should say when he is tempted, "God is tempting me," because God cannot be tempted by evil and He does not tempt anyone.

For physical training is useful to some extent [or, "for a short time"], but living godly is useful in every way, for it promises benefits [not only] for the present life, but [also] for the life to come.

But those walking in front [of Jesus] spoke harshly to the blind beggar, telling him to be quiet. But he continued shouting all the more, "You son of David, take pity on me."

For what would it benefit a person to gain the whole world [i.e., of material things] and give up his life [i.e., of spiritual blessings]?

Now a certain man named Lazarus, from Bethany, became sick. Bethany was the town where Mary and her sister Martha lived. [See 11:18].

Do not owe anything to anyone, except to love one another. For the person who loves others has fulfilled [the requirements of] the law.

But Paul shouted out, "Do not hurt yourself, for everyone is [still] here."

Be wise in the way you live in front of outsiders [i.e., non-Christians], making the most of every opportunity.