Put on therefore, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, a heart of compassion, kindness, lowliness, humility, and perseverance;
Ceasing to do evil is not enough for salvation; you must learn to do well or perish. Put on bowels of mercy as a garment, let your tenderest feelings come into contact with the miseries of the distressed as soon as they present themselves to you.
AI summary
These graces are not your robe of righteousness, but they are the adorning garments of your daily walk, without them you go naked and exposed to shame. Your election from eternity to holiness carries weight: God chose you to mercy and good works, so manifest them.
AI summary
You belong to one church, redeemed by the same blood and chosen by the same grace, all brethren together. That alone should move you to manifest kindness, gentleness, and love toward one another.
AI summary