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27 Do not give the devil a way to defeat you.
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and do not give the devil a foothold.
28 Those who are stealing must stop stealing and start working. They should earn an honest living for themselves. Then they will have something to share with those who are poor.
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Anyone who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing something useful with their own hands, that they may have something to share with those in need.
29 When you talk, do not say harmful things, but say what people need -- words that will help others become stronger. Then what you say will do good to those who listen to you.
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Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.
30 And do not make the Holy Spirit sad. The Spirit is God's proof that you belong to him. God gave you the Spirit to show that God will make you free when the final day comes.
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And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption.
31 Do not be bitter or angry or mad. Never shout angrily or say things to hurt others. Never do anything evil.
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Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice.
32 Be kind and loving to each other, and forgive each other just as God forgave you in Christ.
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Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.
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