Psalms 122:8

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Psalms 122:6–9 · Berean Standard Bible

6 Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: “May those who love you prosper.

7 May there be peace within your walls, and prosperity inside your fortresses.”

8 For the sake of my brothers and friends, I will say, “Peace be within you.”

9 For the sake of the house of the LORD our God, I will seek your prosperity.

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Ephesians 4:5

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Ephesians 4:6

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Philippians 2:3

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Philippians 2:4

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Philippians 2:5

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James 3:13

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James 3:14

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James 3:15

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James 3:16

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James 3:17

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James 3:18

Peacemakers who sow in peace reap the fruit of righteousness.