Category: 1 Peter

1 Peter 3:13-14 is about remaining steadfast in faith and righteousness even in the face of persecution or suffering, trusting in God’s ultimate judgment and protection. 13 Now who is there to harm you if you are zealous for what is good? 14 But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake, you will be…

1 Peter 1:5-8 is about the enduring faith and love of believers, even though they haven’t seen Jesus, they continue to believe and rejoice with an inexpressible and glorious joy. 5 who by God’s power are being guarded through faith for a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time. 6 In this you…

1 Peter 3:13-18 is about the encouragement for believers to endure suffering for doing good, following the example of Christ who suffered unjustly but ultimately brought salvation to all through his redemptive sacrifice. 13 Now who is there to harm you if you are zealous for what is good? 14 But even if you should…

1 Peter 5:7-11 is about finding strength and comfort in God during times of suffering and adversity, remaining vigilant against the devil’s attempts to cause harm, and ultimately trusting in God’s power and glory to restore and strengthen believers. 7 casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you. 8 Be sober-minded; be…

1 Peter 4:11 is about using spiritual gifts to serve others in such a way that it brings glory to God. 11 whoever speaks, as one who speaks oracles of God; whoever serves, as one who serves by the strength that God supplies—in order that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ. To…

1 Peter 1:18 is about the precious cost of redemption through the blood of Jesus Christ, emphasizing the need for believers to live in awe of the sacrificial love that saved them from a futile way of life. 18 knowing that you were ransomed from the futile ways inherited from your forefathers, not with perishable…

1 Peter 1:17 is about the call to live in reverence and fear of God, knowing that judgement will come from a just and impartial Father who judges each person’s actions without favoritism. 17 And if you call on him as Father who judges impartially according to each one’s deeds, conduct yourselves with fear throughout…

1 Peter 4:4-6 is about living according to God’s will and not conforming to worldly desires, as those who do so will be judged by God but those who have turned to faith and lived righteousness will find salvation. 4 With respect to this they are surprised when you do not join them in the…

1 Peter 4:18 is about the inevitability of divine judgment upon both the righteous and the ungodly, emphasizing the importance of living according to God’s will in order to endure it faithfully. 18 And “If the righteous is scarcely saved, what will become of the ungodly and the sinner?” Setting the Scene for 1 Peter…

1 Peter 3:10-12 is about living a life of moral integrity, seeking peace with others, and trusting in God’s protection and justice even in the face of adversity. 10 For “Whoever desires to love life and see good days, let him keep his tongue from evil and his lips from speaking deceit; 11 let him…