And all of us, reflecting the splendor of the Lord in our unveiled faces, are being changed into likeness to him, from one degree of splendor to another, for this comes from the Lord who is the Spirit.

You must grow in the blessing and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Glory to him now and forever.

Strength to strength

and to offer the sacrifice prescribed in the Law of the Lord, "A pair of turtle-doves or two young pigeons."

In zion

And the purpose of him who has sent me is this, that I should lose nothing of all that he has given me, but should raise them to life on the Last Day.

And if I go and make it ready, I will come back and take you with me, so that you may be where I am.

then those of us who are still living will be caught up with them on clouds into the air to meet the Lord, and so we shall be with the Lord forever.