8. But if it grows thorns and weeds, it is worth nothing; it is in danger of being cursed by God and will be destroyed by fire.
9. But even if we speak like this, dear friends, we feel sure about you. We know that you have the better blessings that belong to your salvation.
10. God is not unfair. He will not forget the work you did or the love you showed for him in the help you gave and are still giving to your fellow-Christians.
11. Our great desire is that each of you keep up your eagerness to the end, so that the things you hope for will come true.