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Above all else, guard your heart,
    for everything you do flows from it.

For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.

For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous
    and his ears are attentive to their prayer,
but the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.

Therefore, since we have these promises, dear friends, let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God.

Better a little with the fear of the LORD than great wealth with turmoil.