Thus he has given us, through these things, his precious and very great promises, so that through them you may escape from the corruption that is in the world because of lust, and may become participants of the divine nature.

I am the true vine, and my Father is the vine grower.

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But you are a God ready to forgive, gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love, and you did not forsake them.

Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness, but instead expose them.

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Therefore let all who are faithful offer prayer to you; at a time of distress, the rush of mighty waters shall not reach them.

His mercy is for those who fear him from generation to generation.

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Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. Let your good spirit lead me on a level path.

One who is slow to anger is better than the mighty, and one whose temper is controlled than one who captures a city.

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You cast me into the deep, into the heart of the seas, and the flood surrounded me; all your waves and your billows passed over me.

And you will have confidence, because there is hope; you will be protected and take your rest in safety.