Peter continues to call his readers to live a life pleasing to God. “Since therefore Christ suffered in the flesh, arm yourselves with the same way of thinking” (verse 1a). We start off with Peter saying that “whoever has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin, so as to live for the rest of […]
Peter calls the believer to be a blessing to those they encounter. “Have unity of mind, sympathy, brotherly love, a tender heart, and a humble mind” (verse 8). These attributes are a blessing to all who encounter them, either on the receiving or the giving end. Those who are treated to brotherly kindness or sympathy […]
Like Paul, Peter calls wives to be subject to their husbands. But Peter lists some extra incentives. Peter is calling for an inward submission rather than the forced obedience that their society demanded. This command wasn’t only for a wife who had a believing husband. He offered the incentive of winning the unbelieving husband to […]
Peter is calling his reader to seek spiritual truth and become transformed people. A people who reflect Jesus’ design in their lives, right down to their core. A changed stone to match the Original. I like Peter’s reference to Jesus as the Chief Cornerstone as well as a Stumbling Stone. Jesus as Lord and Savior […]
Peter calls to the believers to conduct themselves as models of God’s change in their lives. “You shall be holy, for I am holy” (verse 16). Before I get into our study I have to tell you that today’s title reminded me of the old Batman TV show. I can hear Robbin saying, “Holy conductors […]
