As believers depart from one another, they are encouraged to do so with a sense of God's presence and blessing. The priestly blessing in Numbers 6:24-26 is a beautiful expression of this, invoking God's favor and peace upon His people. The apostle Paul's letters, such as 2 Corinthians 13:11 and 14, also convey a sense of benediction, wishing grace and love upon his readers. Ultimately, the assurance that God works all things together for good, as stated in Romans 8:28, provides a foundation for trusting in His goodness, even in times of farewell, and James 1:17 reminds us that every good gift comes from above.
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‘May the LORD bless you and keep you; may the LORD cause His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; may the LORD lift up His countenance toward you and give you peace.’
Finally, brothers, rejoice! Aim for perfect harmony, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace. And the God of love and peace will be with you.
And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with all of you.
Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, with whom there is no change or shifting shadow.
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, to give you a future and a hope.
I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth. He will not allow your foot to slip; your Protector will not slumber. Behold, the Protector of Israel will neither slumber nor sleep. The LORD is your keeper; the LORD is the shade on your right hand. The sun will not strike you by day, nor the moon by night. The LORD will guard you from all evil; He will preserve your soul. The LORD will watch over your coming and going, both now and forevermore.
This is the revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave Him to show His servants what must soon come to pass. He made it known by sending His angel to His servant John,
Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.