1 Peter 1:23 having been born again, not of corruptible seed but incorruptible, through the word of God which lives and abides forever, Truth to Learn The source of our spiritual life, the word of God, is eternal. Behind the Words The expression, “having been born again” is translated from...
1 Peter 1:22 – Purified Evidence
1 Peter 1:22 Since you have purified your souls in obeying the truth through the Spirit in sincere love of the brethren, love one another fervently with a pure heart, Truth to Learn There should be evidence of our salvation if it is real. Behind the Words “Purified” is the...
1 Peter 1:21 – Eternal Hope
1 Peter 1:21 who through Him believe in God, who raised Him from the dead and gave Him glory, so that your faith and hope are in God. Truth to Learn It is through Christ that we believe unto salvation, and our hope for eternity rests with God and God...
1 Peter 1:20 – Determined Ahead of Time
1 Peter 1:20 He indeed was foreordained before the foundation of the world, but was manifest in these last times for you Truth to Learn Before the creation of the heavens and the earth, God determined that Christ would die for your sins and mine. Behind the Words The Greek...
1 Peter 1:19 – The Price of Peace
1 Peter 1:19 but with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot. Truth to Learn The price of our salvation is exceedingly great! Behind the Words The word translated “precious” is the Greek word timiō, meaning “costly,” “honored,” or “of great value.” “Without...
1 Peter 1:18 – Incorruptible Ransom
1 Peter 1:18 knowing that you were not redeemed with corruptible things, like silver or gold, from your aimless conduct received by tradition from your fathers, Truth to Learn The price of our salvation was of great worth and is eternal. Behind the Words The awkward word order of the...
1 Peter 1:17 – Impartial Judgment
1 Peter 1:17 And if you call on the Father, who without partiality judges according to each one's work, conduct yourselves throughout the time of your stay here in fear; Truth to Learn The way we live reflects how we really feel about God. Behind the Words “Without partiality” comes...
1 Peter 1:16 – Total Submission
1 Peter 1:16 because it is written, "Be holy, for I am holy." Truth to Learn God wants us to be completely set-apart to Him. Behind the Words “Because” is from the Greek word dioti, which is made up of dia, meaning “through” or “for” and hoti, meaning “that.” So...
1 Peter 1:15 – Shedding Grave Clothes
1 Peter 1:15 but as He who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct, Truth to Learn We are commanded to become set-apart from sin and the world system. Behind the Words The word “holy” is translated from hagios. The root of this word refers...
1 Peter 1:14 – Obedient Non-conformists
1 Peter 1:14 as obedient children, not conforming yourselves to the former lusts, as in your ignorance; Truth to Learn Leave your past in the past and humbly follow God’s leading. Behind the Words The word translated “obedient” is the Greek word hupakoē, which is made up of hupo (or...
1 Peter 1:13 – Battle Preparations
1 Peter 1:13 Therefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and rest your hope fully upon the grace that is to be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ; Truth to Learn Prepare yourself, keep your mind clear, and trust in God. Behind the Words...
1 Peter 1:12 – Heavenly Observation
1 Peter 1:12 To them it was revealed that, not to themselves, but to us they were ministering the things which now have been reported to you through those who have preached the gospel to you by the Holy Spirit sent from heaven—things which angels desire to look into. Truth...
1 Peter 1:11 – Investigative Effort
1 Peter 1:11 searching what, or what manner of time, the Spirit of Christ who was in them was indicating when He testified beforehand the sufferings of Christ and the glories that would follow. Truth to Learn We need to search and study to know God’s truths. Behind the Words...
1 Peter 1:10 – Prospecting Prophets
1 Peter 1:10 Of this salvation the prophets have inquired and searched carefully, who prophesied of the grace that would come to you, Truth to Learn Even the prophets of the Old Testament searched the Scriptures to understand the truth of this salvation that we have received. Behind the Words...
1 Peter 1:9 – True Saving Faith
1 Peter 1:9 receiving the end of your faith—the salvation of your souls. Truth to Learn Faith in the blood of Jesus Christ as payment for your sins guarantees the salvation of your soul. Behind the Words The word “receiving” is translated from a form of komidzō, which means “to...
1 Peter 1:8 – Inexpressible Joy
1 Peter 1:8 whom having not seen you love. Though now you do not see Him, yet believing, you rejoice with joy inexpressible and full of glory, Truth to Learn Faith without visual evidence produces joyful rejoicing. Behind the Words “Having not seen” is translated from the Greek words ouk...
1 Peter 1:7 – Genuine Refined Faith
1 Peter 1:7 that the genuineness of your faith, being much more precious than gold that perishes, though it is tested by fire, may be found to praise, honor, and glory at the revelation of Jesus Christ, Truth to Learn Difficult times in our lives strengthen our faith which results...
1 Peter 1:6 – Rejoice in Adversity
1 Peter 1:6 In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while, if need be, you have been grieved by various trials, Truth to Learn Even in the midst of difficult times we should be rejoicing that God has secured our salvation, forever! Behind the Words The word...
1 Peter 1:5 – Guardian of Salvation
1 Peter 1:5 who are kept by the power of God through faith for salvation ready to be revealed in the last time. Truth to Learn God is guarding our salvation and will not allow it to be lost. Behind the Words “Kept” is translated from the Greek word phroureō,...
1 Peter 1:4 – Eternal Inheritance
1 Peter 1:4 to an inheritance incorruptible and undefiled and that does not fade away, reserved in heaven for you, Truth to Learn Our inheritance, as born again children of God, is guaranteed for us, and it will never be taken away from us. Behind the Words The word translated...
1 Peter 1:3 – Spiritual Birth
1 Peter 1:3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His abundant mercy has begotten us again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, Truth to Learn Because of the resurrection of Jesus, we have spiritual life....
1 Peter 1:2 – God Selected
1 Peter 1:2 elect according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, in sanctification of the Spirit, for obedience and sprinkling of the blood of Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace be multiplied. Truth to Learn God chose us to be saved. Behind the Words “Elect” is translated from...
1 Peter 1:1 – From Peter, To All Christians
1 Peter 1:1 Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, to the pilgrims of the dispersion in Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, Truth to Learn If you believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God and that He died on the cross to pay the penalty for your sins...
Galatians 6:18 – Grace!
Galatians 6:18 Brethren, the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit. Amen. Truth to Learn There is no excuse now for being caught-up in legalistic practices in our communion with and worship of God. Behind the Words The word translated “grace” is the Greek noun charis,...
Galatians 6:17 – Marked for Christ
Galatians 6:17 From now on let no one trouble me, for I bear in my body the marks of the Lord Jesus. Truth to Learn We should all display the evidence of our salvation and be proud to be identified with Christ. Behind the Words “From now on” is translated...
Galatians 6:16 – Faith March
Galatians 6:16 And as many as walk according to this rule, peace and mercy be upon them, and upon the Israel of God. Truth to Learn Peace and mercy are upon those who walk by faith. Behind the Words The opening words of this verse “as many as” are...
Galatians 6:15 – New Creation
Galatians 6:15 For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor uncircumcision avails anything, but a new creation. Truth to Learn Our attempts to cause, or secure, salvation are a waste of effort. Behind the Words The word translated “avails” is the verb ischuō, which means “to have force” or “to exercise...
Galatians 6:14 – Brag About Losing
Galatians 6:14 But God forbid that I should boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world. Truth to Learn It is not foolish to give up all that could be gained in this...
Galatians 6:13 – Bragging Rights
Galatians 6:13 For not even those who are circumcised keep the law, but they desire to have you circumcised that they may boast in your flesh. Truth to Learn Our boasting should be in the Lord, not in anything we have done. Behind the Words The word translated “keep” is...
Galatians 6:12 – All For Show
Galatians 6:12 As many as desire to make a good showing in the flesh, these would compel you to be circumcised, only that they may not suffer persecution for the cross of Christ. Truth to Learn Outward show and ritualistic practices are hollow and worthless. Behind the Words “Desire” is...
Galatians 6:11 – Love Letters
Galatians 6:11 See with what large letters I have written to you with my own hand! Truth to Learn Personal example is the best proof of any belief. Behind the Words The words translated “what large” are from the Greek word pēlikos, meaning “how great” or “how large.” It is...