"To the pure, all things are pure, but to the defiled and unbelieving, nothing is pure; but both their minds and their consciences are defiled."

"I repeat, let no one think me foolish. But even if you do, accept me as a fool, so that I too may boast a little."

"We are fools for Christ's sake, but you are wise in Christ. We are weak, but you are strong. You are honored, but we are dishonored."

"And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."

"For I could wish that I myself were accursed from Christ for my brethren, my kinsmen according to the flesh."