and so incur condemnation for having abandoned their former faith.
I am astonished that you are so quickly deserting him who called you in the grace of Christ and are turning to a different gospel—
But I have this against you, that you have abandoned the love you had at first. Remember therefore from where you have fallen; repent, and do the works you did at first. If not, I will come to you and remove your lampstand from its place, unless you repent.
For it is time for judgment to begin at the household of God; and if it begins with us, what will be the outcome for those who do not obey the gospel of God?
Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, for you know that we who teach will be judged with greater strictness.
if anyone is hungry, let him eat at home—so that when you come together it will not be for judgment. About the other things I will give directions when I come.
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