Chapter 3

¹ You have never envied anyone; you have taught others. But I want those things you command as disciples to remain firm.

² Only ask for power for me, both inwardly and outwardly, so that I may not only speak but also will, so that I may not only be called a Christian but also be found to be one. For if I am found to be one, I can also be called one and then be faithful when I am no longer visible to the world.

³ Nothing visible is eternal. For the things that are seen are temporary, but the things that are not seen are eternal. Christianity is not a matter of persuasion but of greatness, when it is hated by the world.

⁴ is loved by God. For if you were of this world,’ he says, ‘the world would love its own; but now you are not of this world, but I have chosen you—remain with me.