17 for the kingdom of God is not eating and drinking,(A) but righteousness, peace, and joy(B) in the Holy Spirit. 18 Whoever serves Christ(C) in this way is acceptable to God and receives human approval.(D)

19 So then, let us pursue what promotes peace(E) and what builds up one another.(F)

Read full chapter

17 For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking,(A) but of righteousness, peace(B) and joy in the Holy Spirit,(C) 18 because anyone who serves Christ in this way is pleasing to God and receives human approval.(D)

19 Let us therefore make every effort to do what leads to peace(E) and to mutual edification.(F)

Read full chapter