² through whom we have obtained access^[a] to this grace in which we stand, and we^[b] boast in our hope of sharing the glory of God.^(A)

¹⁸ for through him both of us have access in one Spirit to the Father.^(A)

¹² in whom we have access in boldness and confidence through faith in him.^[a](A)

The Resurrection of Christ

15 Now I want you to understand, brothers and sisters, the good news^[a] that I proclaimed to you, which you in turn received, in which also you stand,^(A)

¹⁸ For Christ also suffered^[a] for sins once for all, the righteous for the unrighteous, in order to bring you^[b] to God. He was put to death in the flesh but made alive in the spirit,^(A)

¹² Rejoice in hope; be patient in affliction; persevere in prayer.^(A)

⁶ Christ, however, was faithful over God’s^[a] house as a son, and we are his house if we hold firm^[b] the boldness and the pride inspired by hope.^(A)

¹⁶ Now may our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who loved us and through grace gave us eternal comfort and good hope,

⁹ I am the gate. Whoever enters by me will be saved and will come in and go out and find pasture.

¹⁷ For our slight, momentary affliction is producing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all measure,^(A)