22 You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; 23 to be made new in the attitude of your minds; 24 and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness.

9 The true light that gives light to everyone was coming into the world. 10 He was in the world, and though the world was made through him, the world did not recognize him.

4 But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, 5 he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, 6 whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, 7 so that, having been justified…

17 And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.

11 Fools give full vent to their rage, but the wise bring calm in the end.

15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.

14 But even if you should suffer for what is right, you are blessed. “Do not fear their threats ; do not be frightened.”

7 Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.