who is at the right hand of God, having gone into heaven and, angels and authorities and powers having been made subject to Him. Truth to Learn The result of Christ’s patient, faithful suffering is exaltation. Behind the Words The words “right hand” are translated from the Greek word...
1 Peter 3:21 – Obedience From Faith
Which antitype now also saves us—baptism (not the removal of the filth of the flesh, but the answer of a good conscience toward God, through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, Truth to Learn Baptism does not save us. It is simply a picture of salvation. Behind the Words The...
1 Peter 3:20 – The Message Proclaimed
who formerly were disobedient, when the longsuffering of God waited in the days of Noah, while the ark was being prepared, in which a few, that is, eight souls, were saved through water. Truth to Learn Salvation comes through believing the message we proclaim, that Jesus Christ died on the...
1 Peter 3:19 – No Second Chance!
by which also He went and preached to the spirits in prison, Truth to Learn Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved! Behind the Words The grammatical construction of the beginning of today’s verse can suggest either “in which” or “by which.” After having studied...
1 Peter 3:18 – Obedient Suffering
For Christ also died once for sins, for us all, the just for the unjust, that He might bring you to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive by the Spirit, Truth to Learn Jesus Christ suffered! He suffered quietly, for your sake. Behind the...
1 Peter 3:17 – Good Suffering
For it is better, if it is the will of God, to suffer for doing good than for doing evil. Truth to Learn Sometimes God chooses to have us suffer even when we are doing what we know is right. Behind the Words “Better” is translated from the Greek...
1 Peter 3:16 – A Good Conscience
having a good conscience, that when they slander you as evildoers, those who speak maliciously against your good behavior in Christ may be put to shame. Truth to Learn Having a good conscience allows us to be a powerful witness. Behind the Words The word translated “conscience” is suneidēsis,...
1 Peter 3:15 – Godly Fear
But sanctify the Lord Christ in your hearts, and always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear; Truth to Learn Standing firm in your faith is more important than giving in to the...
1 Peter 3:14 – Unlikely Suffering
But even if you should suffer for righteousness' sake, you are blessed. "And do not fear their fear, nor be troubled." Truth to Learn We probably won’t suffer for behaving the way God expects us to. But if we do, we are fortunate, and we should not be afraid. ...
1 Peter 3:11 – In Pursuit of Peace
Let him turn away from evil and do good; let him seek peace and pursue it. Truth to Learn Peter commands us to turn completely away from evil, doing good instead. He also admonishes us to pursue peace with a vengeance. Behind the Words The words “turn away” are...
1 Peter 3:13 – Zealous Followers
And who is he who harms you if you are eager to do good? Truth to Learn The real lesson for today is, let us live our lives as examples of the goodness of God, knowing that He is watching over us. In doing so, we can truly give God...
1 Peter 3:12 – Blessing Eyes, Condemning Face
Because the eyes of the lord are on the righteous, and his ears are open to their prayers; but the face of the lord is against those who do evil." Truth to Learn God is watching over and listening to His righteous children, but He frowns on those who aren’t....
1 Peter 3:10 – Innocent Language
For the one determined to love life and to see good days, let him stop his tongue from evil and his lips from speaking guile. Truth to Learn The way we speak and the things we say will have an effect on the way we live. Behind the Words...
1 Peter 3:9 – Blessings for Insults
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...
1 Peter 3:3 – Simple Adornment
Do not let your adornment be merely external—such as arranging the hair, wearing gold, or putting on fancy clothing Truth to Learn Our outward appearance reflects the attitude of our heart. Behind the Words The word “let” is an interesting word. In English we often give this word the...
1 Peter 3:2 – Wondrous Pure Conduct
having observed your pure behavior accompanied by fear. Truth to Learn The pure lifestyle of a God-fearing woman is a thing of wonder to behold. Behind the Words The phrase, “having observed” comes from the Greek word epopteuō, which is a compound of epi, meaning “on” or “upon” and...
1 Peter 3:1 – Submission & Love
In the same way, wives be submissive to your own husbands, that even if some do not obey the word, they, without a word, may be won by the behavior of their wives, Truth to Learn Submission is one part of God’s plan for marriages. Behind the Words “Wives”...