![]() 20 I am in chains now, still preaching this message as God’s ambassador. Ask God to give me the right words so I can boldly explain God’s mysterious plan that the Good News is for Jews and Gentiles alike. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere. 17 Put on salvation as your helmet, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.ġ8 Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. 16 In addition to all of these, hold up the shield of faith to stop the fiery arrows of the devil. 15 For shoes, put on the peace that comes from the Good News so that you will be fully prepared. 14 Stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth and the body armor of God’s righteousness. Then after the battle you will still be standing firm. 12 For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places.ġ3 Therefore, put on every piece of God’s armor so you will be able to resist the enemy in the time of evil. 11 Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil. The Whole Armor of Godġ0 A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Don’t threaten them remember, you both have the same Master in heaven, and he has no favorites. ![]() 8 Remember that the Lord will reward each one of us for the good we do, whether we are slaves or free.ĩ Masters, treat your slaves in the same way. 7 Work with enthusiasm, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people. As slaves of Christ, do the will of God with all your heart. 6 Try to please them all the time, not just when they are watching you. Serve them sincerely as you would serve Christ. Slaves and Mastersĥ Slaves, obey your earthly masters with deep respect and fear. ![]() Rather, bring them up with the discipline and instruction that comes from the Lord. 2 “Honor your father and mother.” This is the first commandment with a promise: 3 If you honor your father and mother, “things will go well for you, and you will have a long life on the earth.” Ĥ Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger by the way you treat them. 6 Children, obey your parents because you belong to the Lord, for this is the right thing to do. ![]()
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