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For to this purpose was the gospel preached to the dead: that they should be judged like other men in the flesh, but should live before God in the spirit.

The end of all things is at hand. Be therefore discreet and sober, so that you may be fit for prayer. But above all things, have fervent love among you. For love covers the multitude of sins.

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For this is the reason the gospel was preached even to those who are now dead,(A) so that they might be judged according to human standards in regard to the body, but live according to God in regard to the spirit.

The end of all things is near.(B) Therefore be alert and of sober mind(C) so that you may pray. Above all, love each other deeply,(D) because love covers over a multitude of sins.(E)

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