⁷ Think about a field where rain has fallen many times. That ground helps the plants in it to grow well. As a result, the farmer receives good things. It shows that God has blessed that ground. ⁸ But a field where only weeds and thorn bushes grow is worth nothing. God will very soon speak against that ground. In the end, fire will burn all of it.

⁹ We are telling you this, our good friends, because we want you to continue well. We are sure that God has saved you and that he will continue to bless you.