Yes, and from ancient days I am he. No one can deliver out of my hand. When I act, who can reverse it?
Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.
By their fruit you will recognize them. Do people pick grapes from thornbushes, or figs from thistles?
Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God--this is your spiritual act of worship.
Whenever you are arrested and brought to trial, do not worry beforehand about what to say. Just say whatever is given you at the time, for it is not you speaking, but the Holy Spirit.