22 Abstain from every form of evil.

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22 reject every kind of evil.

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Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.

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Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.

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We (A)put no obstacle in anyone's way, so that no fault may be found with our ministry,

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Paul’s Hardships

We put no stumbling block in anyone’s path,(A) so that our ministry will not be discredited.

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31 So, whether you eat or drink, or (A)whatever you do, do all to the glory of God. 32 (B)Give no offense to Jews or to Greeks or to (C)the church of God, 33 just as (D)I try to please everyone in everything I do, (E)not seeking my own advantage, but that of many, that they may be saved.

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31 So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.(A) 32 Do not cause anyone to stumble,(B) whether Jews, Greeks or the church of God(C) 33 even as I try to please everyone in every way.(D) For I am not seeking my own good but the good of many,(E) so that they may be saved.(F)

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20 We take this course so that no one should blame us about this generous gift that is being administered by us, 21 for (A)we aim at what is honorable (B)not only in the Lord's sight but also in the sight of man.

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20 We want to avoid any criticism of the way we administer this liberal gift. 21 For we are taking pains to do what is right, not only in the eyes of the Lord but also in the eyes of man.(A)

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23 save others by (A)snatching them out of (B)the fire; to others show mercy (C)with fear, hating even (D)the garment[a] stained by the flesh.

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  1. Jude 1:23 Greek chiton, a long garment worn under the cloak next to the skin

23 save others by snatching them from the fire;(A) to others show mercy, mixed with fear—hating even the clothing stained by corrupted flesh.[a](B)

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Footnotes

  1. Jude 1:23 The Greek manuscripts of these verses vary at several points.

13 Therefore, (A)if food makes my brother stumble, I will never eat meat, lest I make my brother stumble.

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13 Therefore, if what I eat causes my brother or sister to fall into sin, I will never eat meat again, so that I will not cause them to fall.(A)

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17 (A)Repay no one evil for evil, but (B)give thought to do what is honorable in the sight of all.

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17 Do not repay anyone evil for evil.(A) Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone.(B)

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15 (A)He who walks righteously and speaks uprightly,
    who despises the gain of oppressions,
who shakes his hands, lest they hold a bribe,
    who stops his ears from hearing of bloodshed
    (B)and shuts his eyes from looking on evil,

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15 Those who walk righteously(A)
    and speak what is right,(B)
who reject gain from extortion(C)
    and keep their hands from accepting bribes,(D)
who stop their ears against plots of murder
    and shut their eyes(E) against contemplating evil—

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(A)Keep far from a false charge, and (B)do not kill the innocent and righteous, for (C)I will not acquit the wicked.

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Have nothing to do with a false charge(A) and do not put an innocent(B) or honest person to death,(C) for I will not acquit the guilty.(D)

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12 so that you may (A)walk properly before (B)outsiders and be dependent on no one.

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12 so that your daily life may win the respect of outsiders(A) and so that you will not be dependent on anybody.

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26 And when he said, “From others,” Jesus said to him, “Then the sons are free. 27 However, not to give offense to them, go to the sea and cast a hook and take the first fish that comes up, and when you open its mouth you will find a shekel.[a] Take that and give it to them for me and for yourself.”

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Footnotes

  1. Matthew 17:27 Greek stater, a silver coin worth four drachmas or approximately one shekel

26 “From others,” Peter answered.

“Then the children are exempt,” Jesus said to him. 27 “But so that we may not cause offense,(A) go to the lake and throw out your line. Take the first fish you catch; open its mouth and you will find a four-drachma coin. Take it and give it to them for my tax and yours.”

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