For when I am powerless, it is then that I am strong.

Let the husband render to his wife the affection owed her, and likewise also the wife to her husband.

He that soweth to his flesh shall of the flesh reap corruption; but he that soweth to the Spirit shall of the Spirit reap life everlasting.

I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do everything through him who gives me strength.

For when I am powerless, it is then that I am strong.

Brethren, do not become children in sense: but in malice be children, and in sense be perfect.

Examine yourselves to see whether you are in the faith; test yourselves. Can't you see for yourselves that Jesus Christ is in you - unless you actually fail the test?