1 Peter 4:7

God's Word

The end of everything is near. Therefore, practice self-control, and keep your minds clear so that you can pray.

Cross References

Genesis 19:35

That night they gave their father wine to drink again. Then the younger one went to bed with him. He didn’t know when she came to bed or when she got up.

Genesis 6:13

God said to Noah, “I have decided to put an end to all people because the earth is full of their violence. Now I’m going to destroy them along with the earth.

Ecclesiastes 7:2

It is better to go to a funeral than to a banquet because that is where everyone will end up. Everyone who is alive should take this to heart!

Jeremiah 5:31

Prophets prophesy lies. Priests rule under the prophets’ directions, and my people love this. But what will you do in the end?”

Ezekiel 7:6

The end is coming. The end is coming. It is stirring itself up against you. It is coming!

Matthew 24:42

“Therefore, be alert, because you don’t know on what day your Lord will return.

Matthew 25:13

“So stay awake, because you don’t know the day or the hour.

Luke 21:34

“Make sure that you don’t become drunk, hung over, and worried about life. Then that day could suddenly catch you by surprise

Luke 21:36

Be alert at all times. Pray so that you have the power to escape everything that is about to happen and to stand in front of the Son of Man.”

Luke 22:46

He said to them, “Why are you sleeping? Get up, and pray that you won’t be tempted.”

Romans 12:12

Be happy in your confidence, be patient in trouble, and pray continually.

1 Corinthians 15:24

Then the end will come. Christ will hand over the kingdom to God the Father as he destroys every ruler, authority, and power.

1 Corinthians 7:29

This is what I mean, brothers and sisters: The time has been shortened. While it lasts, those who are married should live as though they were not.

Ephesians 6:18

Pray in the Spirit  in every situation. Use every kind of prayer and request there is. For the same reason be alert. Use every kind of effort and make every kind of request for all of God’s people.

Philippians 4:5

Let everyone know how considerate you are. The Lord is near.

Colossians 4:2

Keep praying. Pay attention when you offer prayers of thanksgiving.

2 Timothy 4:5

But you must keep a clear head in everything. Endure suffering. Do the work of a missionary. Devote yourself completely to your work.

Titus 2:12

It trains us to avoid ungodly lives filled with worldly desires so that we can live self-controlled, moral, and godly lives in this present world.

Hebrews 10:25

We should not stop gathering together with other believers, as some of you are doing. Instead, we must continue to encourage each other even more as we see the day of the Lord coming.

Hebrews 9:26

Otherwise, he would have had to suffer many times since the world was created. But now, at the end of the ages, he has appeared once to remove sin by his sacrifice.

1 Peter 1:13

Therefore, your minds must be clear and ready for action. Place your confidence completely in what God’s kindness will bring you when Jesus Christ appears again.

1 Peter 3:7

Husbands, in a similar way, live with your wives with understanding since they are weaker than you are. Honor your wives as those who share God’s life-giving kindness  so that nothing will interfere with your prayers.

1 Peter 5:8

Keep your mind clear, and be alert. Your opponent the devil is prowling around like a roaring lion as he looks for someone to devour.

Revelation 16:15

“See, I am coming like a thief. Blessed is the one who remains alert and doesn’t lose his clothes. He will not have to go naked and let others see his shame.”