First of all, then, I urge that requests, prayers, intercessions, and thanks be offered on behalf of all people,

For the culmination of all things is near. So be self-controlled and sober-minded for the sake of prayer.

Husbands, in the same way, treat your wives with consideration as the weaker partners and show them honor as fellow heirs of the grace of life. In this way nothing will hinder your prayers.