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Living like an adventist

1 Peter 4:7-9 (JDV)

1 Peter 4:7 The end of all things is near; therefore, be self-controlled and sober for prayers.
1 Peter 4:8 Above all, maintain constant care for one another, since care covers a multitude of failures.
1 Peter 4:9 Be stranger-friendly to one another without complaining.

Living like an adventist

The second advent is near. How should we conduct ourselves to be ready for our Lord’s return? We need to exhibit internal control and external care. Internal control is needed because our prayers require self-control and sobriety. External care is needed because the way we treat each other makes up for the times we slip and fail — and we often do. An attitude of stranger-friendliness keeps the door open for us to reach strangers with the gospel. We should avoid complaining because it slams the door.