For we have heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and your love for all of God’s people,

He has told us about the love for others that the Holy Spirit has given you.

I want them to be encouraged and knit together by strong ties of love. I want them to have complete confidence that they understand God’s mysterious plan, which is Christ himself.

Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.

Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds us all together in perfect harmony.

Husbands, love your wives and never treat them harshly.