Notice how God is both kind and severe. He is severe toward those who disobeyed, but kind to you if you continue to trust in his kindness. But if you stop trusting, you also will be cut off. 

Rejoice in our confident hope. Be patient in trouble, and keep on praying. 

Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.

Don’t let evil conquer you, but conquer evil by doing good.

Pay your taxes and government fees to those who collect them, and give respect and honor to those who are in authority.

Lord God my Father,

Keep me under your Truth, keep me confident in your Peace. Protect me from the lies of this world and keep my heart in check. Keep me in your Good promise to protect me from evil’s desire. You are the only authority for me.

In Jesus name I pray,

Amen