1 Peter 1

I greatly rejoice, Father, because you, Great and Almighty God, the Father of my Lord Jesus Christ, have, according to your abundant mercy, begotten me again to a living hope, through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.

You have chosen me and qualified me to an inheritance incorruptible and undefiled that does not fade away, and that is reserved for me in heaven.

I am saved and kept by your power, Father, through faith, for salvation, ready to be revealed in the last time.

Now, while in this flesh, for a little while, I am troubled by various trials. These just prove the genuineness of my faith which is tested and found precious and pure to the praise, honor, and glory of your real presence and power in me, Lord Jesus.

I have not seen you, but I have known the love of communion with your word and your Holy Spirit. I have not seen you with my eyes, but I have seen your personal effect on my character and my mind and my heart.

I know your gospel is real, and I rejoice with joy inexpressible and full of glory, receiving the end of my faith, the salvation of my soul.