9 And let us not put Christ to the test, as some of them did, and were destroyed by snakes.
10 And do not complain, as some of them did, and were killed by the destroying angel.
11 These things happened to them as examples and were written for our instruction, on whom the ends of the ages have come.
12 So let the one who thinks he is standing be careful that he does not fall.
13 No trial has overtaken you that is not faced by others. And God is faithful: He will not let you be tried beyond what you are able to bear, but with the trial will also provide a way out so that you may be able to endure it.
14 So then, my dear friends, flee from idolatry.
15 I am speaking to thoughtful people. Consider what I say.