KJV ORIGINAL
But the end of all things is at hand: be ye therefore sober, and watch unto prayer.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Look, everything's coming to a head soon, so stay clear-headed and keep your prayer life strong.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Big changes are coming — stay focused and stay connected to God.
📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?
The apostle Peter wrote this letter to scattered Christian communities, primarily Gentiles, living in various Roman provinces of Asia Minor during the mid-first century CE. He wrote to encourage them to persevere and maintain their faith and good conduct amidst increasing social hostility and persecution.
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