⁹ if this is so, then the Lord knows how to rescue the godly from trials^(A) and to hold the unrighteous for punishment on the day of judgment.^(B)

³ But the Lord is faithful,^(A) and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one.^(B)

²³ May God himself, the God of peace,^(A) sanctify you through and through. May your whole spirit, soul^(B) and body be kept blameless^(C) at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.^(D)

²⁴ The one who calls^(A) you is faithful,^(B) and he will do it.^(C)