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so that the genuineness of your faith, more precious than gold which though perishable is tested by fire, may redound to praise and glory and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ. Without having seen[a] him you[b] love him; though you do not now see him you[c] believe in him and rejoice with unutterable and exalted joy. As the outcome of your faith you obtain the salvation of your souls.

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  1. 1 Peter 1:8 Other ancient authorities read known
  2. 1 Peter 1:8 Or omit you
  3. 1 Peter 1:8 Or omit you

These have come so that the proven genuineness(A) of your faith—of greater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire(B)—may result in praise, glory and honor(C) when Jesus Christ is revealed.(D) Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him(E) and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy, for you are receiving the end result of your faith, the salvation of your souls.(F)

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