[2:12] Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, so now, not only as in my presence but much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling,
[2:13] for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure.
[2:14] Do all things without grumbling or disputing,
[2:15] that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world,
[2:16] holding fast to the word of life, so that in the day of Christ I may be proud that I did not run in vain or labor in vain.
[2:17] Even if I am to be poured out as a drink offering upon the sacrificial offering of your faith, I am glad and rejoice with you all.
[2:18] Likewise you also should be glad and rejoice with me.