Readings for Lent and Easter

⁶ Therefore, humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, so that at the proper time he may exalt you. ⁷ Cast all your anxiety on him, because he cares about you.

⁸ Remain sober and alert, for your enemy the devil is on the prowl like a roaring lion, looking for someone to devour. ⁹ Resist him and be firm in your faith, for you are well aware that your brethren throughout the world are undergoing the same kinds of suffering.

¹⁰ Promise of Strength and Vindication. After you have suffered for a brief period, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and support you. ¹¹ All power belongs to him forever and ever. Amen.