When you enter the house, give it your blessing.
May there be peace within your walls, and safety within your fortresses.
On behalf of my family and friends, I will now say, “May you be at peace.”
Whether they listen or not—for they are a rebellious people—they will realize that a prophet has come to them.
Wherever you go, whatever town or village, ask for someone who lives according to good principles, and remain there until you leave.
If the home deserves it, let your peace rest on it, but if it doesn't deserve it, let your peace return to you.
You know the message he sent to Israel, sharing the good news of peace that comes from Jesus Christ, who is Lord of all.
So we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God is pleading through us: “Please, won't you come back and be God's friend?”
I hope to see you soon so we can talk face to face.
Tell him, ‘I wish you a long life! Peace to you and your family, and may everything you do prosper.
