7. Some people are like land that gets plenty of rain and produces a good crop for those who farm it. That kind of land has God’s blessing.
8. But other people are like land that grows only thorns and weeds. It is worthless and in danger of being cursed by God. It will be destroyed by fire.
9. Dear friends, I am not saying this because I think it is happening to you. We really expect that you will do better—that you will do the good things that will result in your salvation.