who are protected by the power of God through faith for a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.

so that the proof of your faith, being more precious than gold which perishes though tested by fire, may be found to result in praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ;

obtaining as the outcome of your faith, the salvation of your souls.

who through Him are believers in God, who raised Him from the dead and gave Him glory, so that your faith and hope are in God.

So resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same experiences of suffering are being accomplished by your brothers and sisters who are in the world.