We wanted very much to come to you, and I, Paul, tried again and again, but Satan prevented us.
God’s will is for you to be holy, so stay away from all sexual sin. 4Then each of you will control his own body4:4 Or will know how to take a wife for himself; or will learn to live with his own wife; Greek reads will know how to possess his own vessel. and live in holiness and honor—5not in lustful passion like the pagans who do not know God and his ways.
Always be joyful. 17Never stop praying. 18Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.
May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.
Lord God my Father,
Protect me from interference Satan wishes me to trip over. Cleanse me from my earthly desires that distract me from doing your work. Motivate me with your Joyful presence, may I only desire your Love. Help me to accept your gift of grace and find my worth in you.
In Jesus name I pray,
Amen