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Let love be without hypocrisy. Abhor that which is evil cleave to that which is good.

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In love of the brethren be tenderly affectioned one to another in honor preferring one another

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in diligence not slothful fervent in spirit serving the Lord

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rejoicing in hope patient in tribulation continuing stedfastly in prayer

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communicating to the necessities of the saints given to hospitality.

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Bless them that persecute you bless, and curse not.

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Rejoice with them that rejoice weep with them that weep.

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Be of the same mind one toward another. Set not your mind on high things, but condescend to things that are lowly. Be not wise in your own conceits.

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Render to no man evil for evil. Take thought for things honorable in the sight of all men.

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If it be possible, as much as in you lieth, be at peace with all men.

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Avenge not yourselves, beloved, but give place unto the wrath [of God]: for it is written, Vengeance belongeth unto me I will recompense, saith the Lord.

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But if thine enemy hunger, feed him if he thirst, give him to drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire upon his head.

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Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.