10. Jesus died for us so that we can live together with him. It is not important if we are alive or dead when Jesus comes.
11. So comfort each other and give each other strength, just as you are doing now.
12. Now, brothers, we ask you to respect those people who work hard with you, who lead you in the Lord and teach you.
13. Respect them with a very special love because of the work they do with you.Live in peace with each other.
14. We ask you, brothers, to warn those who do not work. Encourage the people who are afraid. Help those who are weak. Be patient with every person.
15. Be sure that no one pays back wrong for wrong. But always try to do what is good for each other and for all people.
16. Always be happy.
17. Never stop praying.
18. Give thanks whatever happens. That is what God wants for you in Christ Jesus.
19. Do not stop the work of the Holy Spirit.
20. Do not treat prophecy as if it were not important.
21. But test everything. Keep what is good.
22. And stay away from everything that is evil.