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For God did not appoint us to wrath, but to obtain salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ,

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who died for us, that whether we wake or sleep, we should live together with Him.

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Therefore comfort each other and edify one another, just as you also are doing.

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And we urge you, brethren, to recognize those who labor among you, and are over you in the Lord and admonish you,

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and to esteem them very highly in love for their work's sake. Be at peace among yourselves.

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He who calls you is faithful, who also will do it.

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Brethren, pray for us.

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Greet all the brethren with a holy kiss.

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I charge you by the Lord that this epistle be read to all the holy brethren.

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The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. Amen.