Then He spoke a parable to them, that men always ought to pray and not faint,

Watch therefore, and pray always that you may be counted worthy to escape all these things that will come to pass, and to stand before the Son of Man.

rejoicing in hope, patient in affliction, continuing steadfastly in prayer;

praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, being watchful to this end with all perseverance and supplication for all the saints;

Be devoted to prayer, being vigilant in it with thanksgiving;

But the end of all things is at hand; therefore be of sound mind and calm in your prayers.