Romans 12:11-15 Good News Bible (GNB)

11. Work hard and do not be lazy. Serve the Lord with a heart full of devotion.

12. Let your hope keep you joyful, be patient in your troubles, and pray at all times.

13. Share your belongings with your needy fellow-Christians, and open your homes to strangers.

14. Ask God to bless those who persecute you — yes, ask him to bless, not to curse.

15. Be happy with those who are happy, weep with those who weep.

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