5 Long ago those women who worshiped God and put their hope in him made themselves beautiful by putting their husbands first.
6 For example, Sarah obeyed Abraham and called him her master. You are her true children, if you do right and don't let anything frighten you.
7 If you are a husband, you should be thoughtful of your wife. Treat her with honor, because she isn't as strong as you are, and she shares with you in the gift of life. Then nothing will stand in the way of your prayers.
8 Finally, all of you should agree and have concern and love for each other. You should also be kind and humble.
9 Don't be hateful and insult people just because they are hateful and insult you. Instead, treat everyone with kindness. You are God's chosen ones, and he will bless you. The Scriptures say,
10 “Do you really love life?Do you want to be happy?Then stop saying cruel thingsand quit telling lies.
11 Give up your evil waysand do right,as you find and followthe road to peace.