7:1 Therefore, since we have these promises, dear friends, let us cleanse ourselves 1 from everything that could defile the body 2 and the spirit, and thus accomplish 3 holiness out of reverence for God. 4 7:2 Make room for us in your hearts; 5 we have wronged no one, we have ruined no one, 6 we have exploited no one. 7 7:3 I do not say this to condemn you, for I told you before 8 that you are in our hearts so that we die together and live together with you. 9
7:4 I have great confidence in you; I take great pride 10 on your behalf. I am filled with encouragement; 11 I am overflowing with joy in the midst of 12 all our suffering.