- Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.
- Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.
- Finally, all of you, be like-minded, be sympathetic, love one another, be compassionate and humble.
- Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy, for you are receiving the end result of your faith, the salvation of your souls.
- “He himself bore our sins” in his body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; “by his wounds you have been healed.”
- Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes. Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight.
- The end of all things is near. Therefore be alert and of sober mind so that you may pray.
- And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast.
- But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: “Be holy, because I am holy.”
- Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult. On the contrary, repay evil with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing.
This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.Next verse!With image 
