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Qualities of a Christian Community Waiting for Christ.[a] The end of all things is near. Therefore, lead disciplined lives and be watchful in prayer. Above all, maintain the fervor of your love for one another, because love covers a multitude of sins.

Be hospitable to one another without complaining.

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  1. 1 Peter 4:7 Living in expectation of the Lord’s Second Coming, Christian communities are characterized by a serious atmosphere, by relationships of responsibility and fraternity, and by concern for prayer and the Liturgy.

The end of all things is near.(A) Therefore be alert and of sober mind(B) so that you may pray. Above all, love each other deeply,(C) because love covers over a multitude of sins.(D) Offer hospitality(E) to one another without grumbling.(F)

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