20. Each one should stay the way he was when God called him.
21. If you were a slave when God called you, do not let that bother you. But if you can be free, then become free.
22. The person who was a slave when the Lord called him is free in the Lord. He belongs to the Lord. In the same way, the one who was free when he was called is now Christ’s slave.
23. You all were bought for a price. So do not become slaves of men.
24. Brothers, in your new life with God each one of you should continue the way you were when you were called.
25. Now I write about people who are not married. I have no command from the Lord about this, but I give my opinion. And I can be trusted, because the Lord has given me mercy.
26. This is a time of trouble. So I think that it is good for you to stay the way you are.
27. If you have a wife, then do not try to become free from her. If you are not married, then do not try to find a wife.