because you are attaining the goal of your faith – the salvation of your souls.

Finally, all of you be harmonious, sympathetic, affectionate, compassionate, and humble.

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

For it is time for judgment to begin, starting with the house of God. And if it starts with us, what will be the fate of those who are disobedient to the gospel of God?