1 Peter 4:7

Twentieth Century New Testament 1904

But the end of all things is near. Therefore exercise self-restraint and be calm, that you may be able to pray.

Cross References

Matthew 24:42

Therefore watch; for you cannot be sure on what day your Master is coming.

Matthew 25:13

Therefore watch, since you know neither the Day nor the Hour.

Luke 21:34

Be on your guard lest your minds should ever be dulled by debauches or drunkenness or the anxieties of life, and lest 'That Day' should come suddenly upon you, like a snare.

Luke 21:36

Be on the watch at all times, and pray that you may have strength to escape all that is destined to happen, and to stand in the presence of the Son of Man."

Luke 22:46

"Why are you asleep?" he asked them. "Rise and pray, that you may not fall into temptation."

Romans 12:12

Rejoicing in your hope; steadfast under persecution; persevering in prayer;

1 Corinthians 15:24

Then will come the end-when he surrenders the Kingdom to his God and Father, having overthrown all other rule and all other authority and power.

1 Corinthians 7:29

What I mean, Brothers, is this-The time is short. Meanwhile, let those who have wives live as if they had none,

Ephesians 6:18

Pray in spirit at all times. Be intent upon this, with unwearying perseverance and supplication for all Christ's People- -

Philippians 4:5

Let your forbearing spirit be plain to every one. The Lord is near.

Colossians 4:2

Devote yourselves to prayer. Give your whole mind to it, and also offer thanksgiving;

2 Timothy 4:5

But you, Timothy, must always be temperate. Face hardships; do the work of a Missionary; discharge all the duties of your Office.

Titus 2:12

leading us to renounce irreligious ways and worldly ambitions, and to live discreet, upright, and religious lives here in this present world,

Hebrews 10:25

And let us not, as some do, cease to meet together; but, on the contrary, let us encourage one another, and all the more, now that you see the Day drawing near.

Hebrews 9:26

for then Christ would have had to undergo death many times since the creation of the world. But now, once and for all, at the close of the age, he has appeared, in order to abolish sin by the sacrifice of himself.

1 Peter 1:13

Therefore concentrate your minds, with the strictest self-control, and fix your hopes on the blessing that is coming for you at the Appearing of Jesus Christ.

1 Peter 3:7

Again, those of you who are married men should live considerately with their wives, showing due regard to their sex, as weaker than their own, and not forgetting that they share with you in the gift of Life. Then you will be able to pray without hindrance.

1 Peter 5:8

Exercise self-control, be watchful. Your adversary, the Devil, like a roaring lion, is prowling about, eager to devour you.

Revelation 16:15

('I am coming like a thief! Happy will he be who is on the watch, and keeps his clothing at hand, so that he will not have to walk about unclothed and let men see his nakedness.')