23 May God himself, the God of peace,(A) sanctify you through and through. May your whole spirit, soul(B) and body be kept blameless(C) at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.(D) 24 The one who calls(E) you is faithful,(F) and he will do it.(G)

25 Brothers and sisters, pray for us.(H) 26 Greet all God’s people with a holy kiss.(I) 27 I charge you before the Lord to have this letter read to all the brothers and sisters.(J)

28 The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.(K)

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23 May the God of peace himself sanctify you entirely, and may your spirit and soul and body be kept sound[a] and blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.(A) 24 The one who calls you is faithful, and he will do this.(B)

25 Brothers and sisters, pray for us.(C)

26 Greet all the brothers and sisters with a holy kiss. 27 I solemnly command you by the Lord that this letter be read to all the brothers and sisters.(D)

28 The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.[b]

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Footnotes

  1. 5.23 Or complete
  2. 5.28 Other ancient authorities add Amen