1 Peter 4:5-7

Expanded Bible

⁵ But they will have to ·explain [^Tgive account of] this to God, who is ready to judge the living and the dead. ⁶ For this reason the ·Good News [Gospel] was preached to those who are now dead. Even though they were judged ·like all people [^Laccording to human beings in the flesh], the Good News was preached to them so they could live ·in the spirit as God lives [or in the Spirit as God lives; ^Laccording to God in the spirit/Spirit; ^Cthough Christians will die physically, because of the Good News they will live forever with God].

Use God’s Gifts Wisely

⁷ The ·time is near when all things will end [^Tend of all things is near]. So ·think clearly [be serious/alert] and ·control [discipline] yourselves so you will be able to pray.