17. pray without ceasing;
18. in everything give thanks; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.
19. Do not quench the Spirit;
20. do not despise prophetic utterances.
21. But examine everything carefully; hold fast to that which is good;
22. abstain from every form of evil.
23. Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you entirely; and may your spirit and soul and body be preserved complete, without blame at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
24. Faithful is He who calls you, and He also will bring it to pass.
25. Brethren, pray for us.
26. Greet all the brethren with a holy kiss.
27. I adjure you by the Lord to have this letter read to all the brethren.
28. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.