^{6 Ref} be humbled, then, under the powerful hand of God, that you He may exalt in good time,

^{7 Ref} all your care having cast upon Him, because He careth for you.

^{8 Ref} Be sober, vigilant, because your opponent the devil, as a roaring lion, doth walk about, seeking whom he may swallow up,

^{6 Ref} Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time;

^{7 Ref} casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you.

^{8 Ref} Be sober and self-controlled. Be watchful. Your adversary the devil, walks around like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour.

^{6 Ref} For this cause make yourselves low under the strong hand of God, so that when the time comes you may be lifted up;

^{7 Ref} Putting all your troubles on him, for he takes care of you.

^{8 Ref} Be serious and keep watch; the Evil One, who is against you, goes about like a lion with open mouth in search of food;