1 Peter 1:18

1:18 You know that from your empty way of life inherited from your ancestors you were ransomed – not by perishable things like silver or gold,

1 Peter 2:2

2:2 And yearn like newborn infants for pure, spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up to salvation,

1 Peter 3:12

3:12 For the eyes of the Lord are upon the righteous and his ears are open to their prayer.

But the Lord’s face is against those who do evil.

1 Peter 5:13

5:13 The church in Babylon, chosen together with you, greets you, and so does Mark, my son.