¹⁵ Neither circumcision nor uncircumcision means anything;^(A) what counts is the new creation.^{(B) 16} Peace and mercy to all who follow this rule—to^[a] the Israel of God.

⁷ And the peace of God,^(A) which transcends all understanding,^(B) will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

¹⁵ Let the peace of Christ^(A) rule in your hearts, since as members of one body^(B) you were called to peace.^(C) And be thankful.

³ Make every effort to keep the unity^(A) of the Spirit through the bond of peace.^(B)

¹⁴ For he himself is our peace,^(A) who has made the two groups one^(B) and has destroyed the barrier, the dividing wall of hostility,