2 that he no longer should live the remaining time in the flesh for the lusts of men, but for the will of God.

3 For we have spent enough of our past lifetime to accomplish the will of the Gentiles-having walked in wantonness, lusts, drunkenness, revelries, drinking parties, and abominable idolatries.

4 In regard to these, they are surprised that you do not run with them in the same flood of debauchery, reviling you.

5 They will render an account to Him who is ready to judge the living and the dead.

6 Unto this [end] was the gospel proclaimed also to those who are dead, in order that they might be judged according to men in [the] flesh, but [that] they might live according to God in [the] spirit.

7 Now the end of all things is at hand; therefore be of sound mind and self-controlled in your prayers.