“Having therefore these promises, dearly beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.”
Since we have these promises, dear friends, let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God — the promises (epangeliai, from 6:16-18) are the foundation for ethics. Purification (katharizo) and perfection (epitelei) of holiness (hagiōsynē) are the response, motivated by godly fear (phobos). Promises generate obedience.
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