not returning evil for evil or insult for insult, but on the contrary blessing, because you were called to this, that you may inherit a blessing. Truth to Learn The proper response when someone insults you is to bless them. Behind the Words The word translated “returning” is the...
1 Peter 3:8 – Christ-Like Attributes
Finally, all of you be like minded, having compassion for one another; love as brothers, be tenderhearted, be courteous; Truth to Learn God has specific expectations regarding how we are to treat each other. Behind the Words The construction of this verse is very interesting. He says “Finally,” summing...
1 Peter 3:7 – Understanding Co-Heirs
Husbands, in the same way, dwelling together with understanding, giving honor to the wife, as to the weaker vessel, and as being heirs together of the gracious gift of life, that your prayers may not be hindered. Truth to Learn Though our wives are our equal, joint heirs of God,...
1 Peter 3:6 – Sarah’s Example
as Sarah was obedient to Abraham, calling him sir, whose daughters you are doing good and fearing no terror. Truth to Learn Sarah is Peter’s example of a wife who is submissive to her husband. Behind the Words The word translated “obedient” is the Greek word, hupakouō, which literally...
1 Peter 3:5 – Exemplary Holy Women
For in this manner, in the past, the holy women who were hoping in God also adorned themselves, being submissive to their own husbands, Truth to Learn The example of proper adornment is in the Old Testament women. Behind the Words The Greek word hagiai, is translated here as...
1 Peter 3:4 – Great Inward Value
but let it be the hidden person of the heart, in the incorruptible beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great value in the presence of God. Truth to Learn God places great value on a humble and quiet spirit. Behind the Words The expression, “the...