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For this is the reason the gospel was proclaimed even to the dead, so that, though they had been judged in the flesh as everyone is judged, they might live in the spirit as God does.

The end of all things is near;[a] therefore be serious and discipline yourselves for the sake of your prayers. Above all, maintain constant love for one another, for love covers a multitude of sins.

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  1. 1 Peter 4:7 Or is at hand

For this is the reason the gospel was preached even to those who are now dead,(A) so that they might be judged according to human standards in regard to the body, but live according to God in regard to the spirit.

The end of all things is near.(B) Therefore be alert and of sober mind(C) so that you may pray. Above all, love each other deeply,(D) because love covers over a multitude of sins.(E)

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