²⁰ because human anger^(A) does not produce the righteousness that God desires. ²¹ Therefore, get rid of^(B) all moral filth and the evil that is so prevalent and humbly accept the word planted in you,^(C) which can save you.

²² Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.^(D)

²⁶ Those who consider themselves religious and yet do not keep a tight rein on their tongues^(A) deceive themselves, and their religion is worthless.