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Brothers and sisters, be patient until the Lord comes again. See how farmers wait for their precious crops to grow. They wait patiently for fall and spring rains.
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You have lived in luxury and pleasure here on earth. You have fattened yourselves for the day of slaughter.
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You have condemned and murdered people who have God's approval, even though they didn't resist you.
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Brothers and sisters, be patient until the Lord comes again. See how farmers wait for their precious crops to grow. They wait patiently for fall and spring rains.
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You, too, must be patient. Don't give up hope. The Lord will soon be here.
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Brothers and sisters, stop complaining about each other, or you will be condemned. Realize that the judge is standing at the door.