When I talk peace, they want war.
I am one of the peaceful, loyal people of Israel. You are trying to destroy an important city of Israel. Why must you destroy what belongs to the Lord?”
They attacked me, even though I loved them and prayed for them.
Stop doing evil and do good. Look for peace and work for it.
Their words are not friendly but are lies about peace-loving people.
The one who was my friend attacks his friends and breaks his promises.
They are blessed who work for peace, for they will be called God’s children.
Do your best to live in peace with everyone.
Try to live in peace with all people, and try to live free from sin. Anyone whose life is not holy will never see the Lord.
Jephthah sent the messengers to the Ammonite king again.
