(1 Peter 4 Commentary) Wayne Grudem. Living for God. As a general statement, without qualification, this would not be true, for there are many people who have suffered physically and yet still sin very much. Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12â19. 2 But for you who respect my name, the sun of vindication 4 will rise with healing wings, 5 and you will skip about 6 like calves released from the stall. For the measure of glory answers the measure of suffering; and much more abundantly. Believers are cautioned against false teachers, and the certainty of their punishment shown from examples. 1 Peter 4:18, ESV: "And âIf the righteous is scarcely saved, what will become of the ungodly and the sinner?â" 1 Peter 4:18, KJV: "And if the righteous scarcely be saved, where shall the ungodly and the sinner appear?" 4 Therefore, since Christ suffered in his body, arm yourselves also with the same attitude, because whoever suffers in the body is done with sin. (1 Peter 4:8) âAbove all else,â writes Peter, âmaintain a fervent love for each other.â The thing that is of greatest importance is the practice of Christian love. Jesus then gave Peter the name of Cephas â John 1:40-42. The apostle is speaking about the efficacy of Christ's suffering and death in making possible a relationship between God and human beings. Itâs really very important for a believer in Christ to know that we are living stones, spiritual temple where Godâs Spirit dwells in. A gift is the capacity to benefit the body of Christ. 1 Peter 4 The work of a Christian is twofold--doing the will of God and suffering his pleasure. Let the frame and temper of your minds be grave, stayed, and solid; and observe strict temperance and sobriety in the use of all worldly enjoyments. Commentaries for 1 Peter Chapter 4 And confirms the truth of the gospel, relating to Christ's appearing to judgment. Donât be surprised, he says, at the fiery trial that you are experiencing. Peter comforts the suffering Christians in Asia Minor with the statement that the end, the completion or consummation, of all things, everything, is near. First Peter Commentary by retired C&MA Missionary to Papua (Irian Jaya) John Schultz Published by www.Bible-Commentaries.Com, 2006 Introduction: About Peter: It is tempting to give an elaborate biographical sketch of Peter, but the scope of this study does not allow for it. Verses 7-11 brings to an end the second section of Peterâs letter that began at 1 Peter 2:11-12 with a call to abstain from fleshly desires. By keeping ourselves from focusing on our own desires, we can focus on doing God's will. (NASB: Lockman)Greek: os panta hemin t es theia s duname os autou ta pro s zoen kai eusebeian dedoremenes dia t es epignoseos tou kalesantos hemas idia doxe kai arete,. But do notice that he spends even more time focusing on the positive things that we are to focus on. 1 Peter 4:1. See 1 Peter 4:8 (printed below) Above all else, maintain a fervent love for each other, because love covers a multitude of sins. Commentary for 1 Peter 4 . Oct 23, 1994. The coming day will burn them up,â says the Lord who rules over all. 1:6; 1 Pet. It is a special, supernatural endowment by the Holy Spirit to do the work of God (Rom. 4:14; 2 Ti. The End is Near â 1 Peter 4:7. Then they become âhis peopleâ, the people who belong to him. Do not suffer yourselves to be caught with your former sins and temptations, 1 Peter 4:3. 2 Peter 1:3 seeing that His divine power has granted to us everything pertaining to life and godliness, through the true knowledge of Him who called us by His own glory and excellence. To sobriety and watchfulness: "Be you therefore sober, 1 Peter 4:7. Peter discusses this in the second point found in 1 Peter 4:3-6. 4 1 âFor indeed the day 2 is coming, burning like a furnace, and all the arrogant evildoers will be chaff. Biblical Commentary (Bible Study) 1 Peter 4:12-16 EXEGESIS: THE CONTEXT: Recipients of this letter are experiencing trials, harsh treatment, and suffering (1:6-7; 2:18-20; 3:13-17; 4:1-4, 12-19; 5:10). 1 Peter 4 (King James Version) 1 Forasmuch then as Christ hath suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves likewise with the same mind: for he that hath suffered in the flesh hath ceased from sin; 2 That he no longer should live the rest of his time in the flesh to the lusts of men, but to the will of God. 1 Peter 4:13, ESV: "But rejoice insofar as you share Christâs sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when his glory is revealed." Wesley's 1-peter 4:13 Bible Commentary 4:13 But as ye partake of the sufferings of Christ - 4:1 , while ye suffer for his sake,rejoice in hope of more abundant glory. In verses 4-10, Peter says that God has now given these good things to the church. NASB (UPDATED) TEXT: 1 PETER 4:1-6 1 Therefore, since Christ has suffered in the flesh, arm yourselves also with the same purpose, because he who has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin, 2 so as to live the rest of the time in the flesh no ⦠His conclusion, beginning in I Peter 4:1-2, is that, since Christ suffered so much to bring this about, Christians should respond by "ceas[ing] from sin" and living "for the will of God.". Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12â19. * 1 Therefore, since Christ suffered in the flesh, arm yourselves also with the same attitude (for whoever suffers in the flesh has broken with sin), 2 so as not to spend what remains of oneâs life in the flesh on human desires, but on the will of God. He does not claim power to rule over all pastors and churches. The entire argument of James is faith produces works as seen in my commentary there. CHAPTER 4. The best 1 Peter commentaries are listed below. In the *Old Testament, God promised many good things to the *Jews. 1:7; 12:4, 9, 28, 30, 31; 1 Ti. The âTop 10â³ list is based on aggregate reviews.. Donât ⦠Continue reading "Commentary on 1 Peter 4:12-19" 1 Peter 4:1â19 Living for God 4 Therefore, since Christ suffered in his body, w arm yourselves also with the same attitude, because whoever suffers in the body is done with sin. John Piper Oct 23, 1994 7.2K Shares God is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in him Learn more about Desiring God Desiring God. Forasmuch then as Christ hath suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves likewise with the same mind: for he that hath suffered in the flesh hath ceased from sin; 4:1-6 The strongest and best arguments against sin, are taken from the sufferings of Christ. 1 Peter 4:1(NASB) Verse Thoughts. 12:6; 1 Cor. There is a motive for this: they should be willing, like Christ, to suffer for doing right for whoever has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin. 2 As a result, they do not live the rest of their earthly lives for evil human desires, but rather for the will of God. Peter encourages them with a vision of "an incorruptible and undefiled inheritance that doesn't fade away, reserved in Heaven The strongest and best arguments against sin, are taken from the sufferings of Christ... View the entire commentary. Marilyn on September 27, 2019 at 12:06 pm Are you aware that the verb sozo is in the present passive indicative, meaning âcontinually being savedâ. (1-6) And the approaching end of the Jewish state, as a reason for sobriety, watchfulness, and prayer. Such a situation is tailor-made for Satan. First Peter 3:19-5:4. « 1 Peter 4:17d. 1 Peter 4:18 Parallel Verses [â See commentary â] 1 Peter 4:18, NIV: "And, 'If it is hard for the righteous to be saved, what will become of the ungodly and the sinner?'" * Peter had been a fisherman before being called to be an apostle; but Jesus called Peter, along with his brother Andrew and his partners James and John, to become âfishers of menâ â Luke 5:1-11; Matthew 4:18-22. Wow, what a clear commentary of 1 Peter 2:4-10! *A MUST WATCH *REINHARD BONNKE (R.I.P)-THE MOST POWERFUL SPEECH THAT BROKE THE INTERNET - Duration: 11:03. John Piper Jun 10, 1984 1K Shares Sermon. I am sure, as Peter started to write his epistle, his thoughts must have raced back to that day when he denied His Lord three times. 1 Peter 4:13 Parallel Verses [â See commentary â] 1 Peter 4:13, NIV: "But rejoice inasmuch as you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed." 1 Peter 4:1-6. Is this not what was meant by Christ when he said the greatest commandment is to love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your mind, and all your strength, and to love your neighbor as yourself (Mt 22:37-38)? The consideration of Christ's sufferings is urged for purity and holiness. An watch unto prayer. In 1 Peter 1:1-2:10 Peter has been teaching about *salvation; what Jesus has done for ⦠1. 1 Peter 4:12-13. Home >> Bible Studies >> 1 Peter >> 1 Peter 4:1-11 These small group studies of 1 Peter contain outlines, cross-references, Bible study discussion questions, and applications. This chapter directs us in both. 1 Peter 4 Matthew Henry's Commentary. Why We Can Rejoice in Suffering. x 2 As a result, they do not live the rest of their earthly lives for evil human desires, y but rather for the will of God. 1 Peter 4:8 âAbove all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.â Explanation and Commentary of 1 Peter 4:8. Visit our library of inductive Bible studies for more in depth inductive studies on this and other books of ⦠The author of 1 Peter understands the gospel and its consequences quite differently. OVERCOMING DAILY Recommended for you * Jesus healed Peterâs mother-in-law of a fever â Matthew 8:14,15. Jesus had died for him and taken the punishment that he rightfully deserved.. and yet Peter was not rejected or replaced. Home >> Bible Studies >> 1 Peter >> 1 Peter 4:12-19 These small group studies of 1 Peter contain outlines, cross-references, Bible study discussion questions, and applications. 4:10). Peter used this same expression in 1 Pet. Commentary on 1 Peter 5:1-4 (Read 1 Peter 5:1-4) The apostle Peter does not command, but exhorts. Looking at these scriptures in the light of I Peter 5:6-8, and understanding that Peter is writing with his thoughts on Satan in the background, our feelings are especially vulnerable because it is natural for us to feel that we are being taken advantage of or not being treated as we should be, and our emotions begin to run wild. Christian Restraint. 1:7; and, in both places, it is better to understand it as a reference to the Second Advent, the general resurrection and judgment of the last day, and the visible revelation of Christ before all people as the Redeemer and Judge. There are exegetical commentaries, scholarly and technical commentaries, as well as commentaries that are easy to understand. Visit our library of inductive Bible studies for more in depth inductive studies on this and other books of ⦠âIt 3 will not leave even a root or branch. This list of commentaries is intended to help the reader understand and apply Peterâs message in the book of 1 Peter. 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