"This was the salvation for which the prophets so eagerly looked when, in days past, they foretold the favor of GOD, with regard to you. But they could only investigate when the Spirit of CHRIST present within them, pointed out the time and the circumstances, of this--the sufferings of CHRIST, and the glories which would follow.
It was revealed to them, that they were working, not for themselves, but for you. Thus, in these days, after the Holy Spirit has been sent from heaven, the gospel's preachers have taught you these mysteries, which even the angels long to see.
So, then, let your spirit be ready. Be alert, with confident trust, in the grace you will receive, when JESUS CHRIST appears. Like obedient children, do not return to your former life, given over to ignorance and passions. Imitate the one who called you. As HE is holy, so you, too, be holy, in all your conduct, since Scripture says: Be holy for I AM holy." - 1 Peter 1:10-16
(The logical consequences of baptism are developed. We cannot go backward; giving in to the evils of the world would mean going back to the slavery from which CHRIST delivered us through HIS blood.
What follows is a call to live perfectly: not attached to the things of the present, but eager to live a useful and holy life before GOD, in proportion to what we have cost HIM.)
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