but the word of the Lord endureth ever. And this is the word which by the gospel was preached among you.

For after this manner in the old time did the holy women which trusted in God tire themselves, and were obedient to their husbands,

For unto this purpose, verily, was the gospel preached unto the dead; that they should be condemned of men in the flesh, but should live before God in the spirit.

Dearly beloved, be not troubled in this heat, which now is come among you to try you, as though some strange thing had happened unto you:

By Silvanus, a faithful brother unto you, as I suppose, have I written briefly, exhorting and testifying how that this is the true grace of God, wherein ye stand.