25. Now I want to say something about virgins. I have no direct command from the Lord. But I give my opinion. Because of the Lord's mercy, I give it as one who can be trusted.
26. Times are hard for you right now. So I think it's good for you to stay as you are.
27. Are you married? Then don't get a divorce. Are you single? Then don't look for a wife.
28. But if you get married, you have not sinned. And if a virgin gets married, she has not sinned. But those who get married will have many troubles in this life. I want to save you from that.
29. Brothers and sisters, what I mean is that the time is short. From now on, those who have a husband or wife should live as if they did not.
30. Those who are sad should live as if they were not. Those who are happy should live as if they were not. Those who buy something should live as if it were not theirs to keep.