“There is a world of difference between God and the devil. If you resist God, he will destroy you, but if you resist the devil, you will destroy him.”
Hilary of Arles, 5th c. — INTRODUCTORY COMMENTARY ON 1 PETER
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9Whom resist stedfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world.
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7Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
8Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour:
— 1 Peter 5:9 —
10But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you.
11To him be glory and dominion for ever and ever. Amen.