23. But you were taught to be made new in your hearts.
24. You were taught to become a new person. That new person is made to be like God—made to be truly good and holy.
25. So you must stop telling lies. Tell each other the truth because we all belong to each other in the same body.
26. When you are angry, do not sin. And do not go on being angry all day.
27. Do not give the devil a way to defeat you.
28. If a person is stealing, he must stop stealing and start working. He must use his hands for doing something good. Then he will have something to share with those who are poor.
29. When you talk, do not say harmful things. But say what people need—words that will help others become stronger. Then what you say will help those who listen to you.
30. And do not make the Holy Spirit sad. The Spirit is God’s proof that you belong to him. God gave you the Spirit to show that God will make you free when the time comes.
31. Do not be bitter or angry or mad. Never shout angrily or say things to hurt others. Never do anything evil.
32. Be kind and loving to each other. Forgive each other just as God forgave you in Christ.