8. But we belong to the day, so we should control ourselves. We should wear faith and love to protect us, and the hope of salvation should be our helmet.
9. God did not choose us to suffer his anger but to have salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ.
10. Jesus died for us so that we can live together with him, whether we are alive or dead when he comes.
11. So encourage each other and give each other strength, just as you are doing now.
12. Now, brothers and sisters, we ask you to appreciate those who work hard among you, who lead you in the Lord and teach you.
13. Respect them with a very special love because of the work they do.Live in peace with each other.
14. We ask you, brothers and sisters, to warn those who do not work. Encourage the people who are afraid. Help those who are weak. Be patient with everyone.
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 joyful.
17. Pray continually,
18. and give thanks whatever happens. That is what God wants for you in Christ Jesus.
19. Do not hold back the work of the Holy Spirit.
20. Do not treat prophecy as if it were unimportant.
21. But test everything. Keep what is good,