Do not let your love be a pretence, but sincerely prefer good to
evil. Love each other as much as brothers should, and have a profound
respect for each other. Work for the Lord with untiring effort and
with great earnestness of spirit. If you have hope, this will make you
cheerful. Do not give up if trials come; and keep on praying. If any
of the saints are in need you must share with them; and you should
make hospitality your special care.
Bless those who persecute you: never curse them, bless them. Rejoice
with those who rejoice and be sad with those in sorrow. Treat
everyone with equal kindness; never be condescending but make real
friends with the poor.
– Romans 12:9-16