So watch out and be ready! You don't know when the time will come.
So, my disciples, always be ready! You don't know the day or the time when all this will happen.
But be on your guard! That's why I am telling you these things now.
So always be ready! You don't know when the Son of Man will come.
Let the Lord Jesus Christ be as near to you as the clothes you wear. Then you won't try to satisfy your selfish desires.
Keep alert. Be firm in your faith. Stay brave and strong.
Never stop praying, especially for others. Always pray by the power of the Spirit. Stay alert and keep praying for God's people.
Never give up praying. And when you pray, keep alert and be thankful.
Make sure that no one misses out on God's wonderful kindness. Don't let anyone become bitter and cause trouble for the rest of you.
Everything will soon come to an end. So be serious and be sensible enough to pray.
Be on your guard and stay awake. Your enemy, the devil, is like a roaring lion, sneaking around to find someone to attack.
Remember that Christ says, "When I come, it will surprise you like a thief! But God will bless you, if you are awake and ready. Then you won't have to walk around naked and be ashamed."
Wake up! You have only a little strength left, and it is almost gone. So try to become stronger. I have found that you are not completely obeying God.