1 Peter 5:6-14

6 Humble yourselves therefore under the strong hand of God, so that He may raise you up in due time. 7 Cast all your burdens on Him, for He cares for you. 8 Be in control of yourself and alert. Your enemy, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion, looking for someone to devour. 9 Stand firm in your faith and resist him, knowing that the same sufferings are being completed by your fellow believers throughout the world. 10 And the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will restore, support, strengthen, and establish you after you have suffered for a little while. 11 To him be the power forever and ever. Amen.

12 With the help of Silvanus, whom I consider a faithful brother, I have written briefly to you to encourage you and to testify that this is the true grace of God. Stand fast in it. 13 Your sister church in Babylon, chosen together with you, sends you greetings; and so does my son Mark.

14 Greet one another with a kiss of love. Peace to all of you who are in Christ.

translation Paul H Ashby © 2008 all rights reserved