⁶ Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time.^{(A) 7} Cast all your anxiety on him^(B) because he cares for you.^(C)

⁸ Be alert and of sober mind.^(D) Your enemy the devil prowls around^(E) like a roaring lion^(F) looking for someone to devour. ⁹ Resist him,^(G) standing firm in the faith,^(H) because you know that the family of believers throughout the world is undergoing the same kind of sufferings.^(I)

¹⁰ And the God of all grace, who called you^(J) to his eternal glory^(K) in Christ, after you have suffered a little while,^(L) will himself restore you and make you strong,^(M) firm and steadfast. ¹¹ To him be the power for ever and ever. Amen.^(N)

⁸ Keep this Book of the Law^(A) always on your lips;^(B) meditate^(C) on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful.^{(D) 9} Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid;^(E) do not be discouraged,^(F) for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”^(G)