7. People sleep during the night, and some even get drunk.
8. But we belong to the day. So we must stay sober and let our faith and love be like a suit of armour. Our firm hope that we will be saved is our helmet.
9. God doesn't intend to punish us, but wants us to be saved by our Lord Jesus Christ.
10. Christ died for us, so that we could live with him, whether we are alive or dead when he comes.
11. That's why you must encourage and help each other, just as you are already doing.
12. My friends, we ask you to be thoughtful of your leaders who work hard and tell you how to live for the Lord.
13. Show them great respect and love because of their work. Try to get along with each other.