Now this is the message we have heard from Him and announce to you – that God is light and in Him there is no darkness at all. If we say we have fellowship with Him and keep walking in the darkness, we are lying and do not practice the truth. But if we walk […]
But don’t forget this one thing, loved ones, that with the Lord one day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are like one day. The Lord is not slow in keeping His promise, as some consider slowness. Rather, He is being patient toward you – not wanting anyone to perish, but for […]
Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, so that He may lift you up at the appropriate time. Cast all your worries on Him, for He cares for you. Stay alert! Watch out! Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, searching for someone to devour. Stand up against him, firm […]
Finally, all of you be harmonious, sympathetic, brotherly, tenderhearted, humble-minded. Do not repay evil for evil or insult for insult, but give a blessing instead – it is for this reason you were called, so that you might inherit a blessing. 1 Peter 3:8-9
In the same way, husbands, live with your wives in an understanding way. Though they are weaker partners, honor them as equal heirs of the grace of life. In this way, your prayers will not be hindered. 1 Peter: 7
Likewise, wives, be submitted to your own husbands so that – even if some do obey the message – by the wives ‘ conduct, without a word they may be won over as they observe your pure, reverent conduct. 1 Peter 3:1-2
For you were called to this, because Messiah also suffered for you, leaving you an example so you might follow in His footsteps: “He committed no sin, nor was any deceit found in His mouth.” When He was abused, He did not return the abuse. While suffering, He made no threats. Instead, He kept entrusting […]
Live as free people, but not using your freedom as a cover-up for evil. Rather, live as God’s slaves. Honor all people. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the king. 1 Peter 2:16-17
Therefore whoever knows the right thing to do and does not do it – for him it is sin. Jacob (James) 4:17
Therefore submit to God. But resist the devil and he will flee from you. Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded. Lament and mourn and weep! Let your laughter be turned into mourning, and your joy into gloom. Humble yourselves […]