Marks of a True Christian

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Love must be sincere. Detest what is evil; cling to what is good.

10

Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Outdo yourselves in honoring one another.

11

Do not let your zeal subside; keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.

12

Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, persistent in prayer.

13

Share with the saints who are in need. Practice hospitality.

14

Bless those who persecute you. Bless and do not curse.

15

Rejoice with those who rejoice; weep with those who weep.

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Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but enjoy the company of the lowly. Do not be conceited.

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Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Carefully consider what is right in the eyes of everybody.

18

If it is possible on your part, live at peace with everyone.

19

Do not avenge yourselves, beloved, but leave room for God’s wrath. For it is written: “Vengeance is Mine; I will repay, says the Lord.”

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On the contrary, “If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him a drink. For in so doing, you will heap burning coals on his head.”

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Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.