Category Archives: 1 Peter

Take a Step

…Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps. 1 Peter 2:21 (NIV) I have been thinking about how Jesus leads me a step at a time. He shows me or shows my husband … Continue reading

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Stand in Love

And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you. Ephesians 4:32 (WEB) Finally, be all like-minded, [in harmony] compassionate, loving as brothers, tenderhearted, courteous, not rendering evil for evil, or insult … Continue reading

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Holy Week: Wednesday

When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, “Who do people say the Son of man is?” They replied, “Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, Jeremiah or one of the … Continue reading

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Of Temples and Curtains

5Now therefore, if you will indeed obey my voice, and keep my covenant, then you shall be my own possession from among all peoples; for all the earth is mine; 6and you shall be to me a kingdom of priests, … Continue reading

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Time to Grow Up

Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. … Continue reading

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Our Rights from God

“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness. –That to secure these rights, … Continue reading

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My Hope

Honor Christ and let him be the Lord of y our life. Always be ready to give an answer when someone asks you about your hope. Give a kind and respectful answer and keep your conscience clear. This way you … Continue reading

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Humility, Trust, Strength

6So humble yourselves under God’s mighty hand so that he may exalt you when the time is right. 7Throw all your worries on him, because he cares for you. — 1 Peter 5:6-7 I can’t resist mentioning how 1 Peter … Continue reading

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Chosen to Proclaim

9But you are a chosen race, and kingdom of priests, a holy nation, God’s possession, so that you may proclaim the redemptive deeds of the one who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light. — 1 Peter 2:9 … Continue reading

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Not Deserving Bad Treatment

20What honor is there in it if you are treated badly for doing wrong and you endure it? But if you endure suffering when doing good, God graciously blesses you. — 1 Peter 2:20 When Peter penned these words, he … Continue reading

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