Let not believers care, though the world scorns and reproaches them.7-11 The destruction of the Jewish church and nation, foretold by our Saviour, was very near. One would think such cautions as these were needless to Christians. This does not mean that the purpose and performance of God are uncertain, but only the great difficulties and hard encounters in the way; that they go through so many temptations and tribulations, so many fightings without and fears within. Read full chapter. Don't have an account? King James Version (KJV) Bible Book List. Temptations could not prevail, were it not for man's own corruption; but true Christians make the will of God, not their own lust or desires, the rule of their lives and actions. 1 Peter 5. He died to destroy sin; and though he cheerfully submitted to the worst sufferings, yet he never gave way to the least sin. 1Pe 4:3 : For the time past of our life may suffice us to have wrought the will of the Gentiles, when we walked in lasciviousness, lusts, excess of wine, revellings, banquetings, and abominable idolatries: 1Pe 4:4 Step 1 - Create an account or log in to start your free trial. Living for God's Glory. 16 Yet if any man suffer as a Christian, let him not be ashamed; but let him glorify God on this behalf. It is true that the righteous are scarcely saved; even those who endeavour to walk uprightly in the ways of God. NIV: ESV: NASB: KJV: HCSB: 1 Therefore, since Christ suffered in his body, arm yourselves also with the same attitude, because whoever suffers in the body is done with sin. And if such things befall in this life, how awful will the day of judgment be! You can cancel anytime during the trial period. (7-11) Believers encouraged to rejoice and glory in reproaches and sufferings for Christ, and to commit their souls to the care of a faithful God. 14 If ye be reproached for the name of Christ, happy are ye; for the spirit of glory and of God resteth upon you: on their part he is evil spoken of, but on your part he is glorified. He will overrule all to the final advantage of the believer.Commentary by Matthew Henry, 1710. 1 Peter 4:7 Context. The next step is to choose a monthly or yearly subscription, and then enter your payment information. You'll get this book and many others when you join Bible Gateway Plus. Geneva Study Bible. But being quickened to Divine life by the Holy Spirit, they lived to God as his devoted servants. Commentary. The nature of a Christian's work, which is high work and hard work, the goodness of the Master, and the excellence of the reward, all require that our endeavours should be serious and earnest. But we are not to suppose that charity will cover or make amends for the sins of those who exercise it, so as to induce God to forgive them. 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. for you: or, for us. To manage your subscription, visit your Bible Gateway account settings. Font Size. 1Pe 4:2 : 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. 9 Use hospitality one to another without grudging. This chapter directs us … 14 If ye be reproached for the name of Christ, happy are ye; for the spirit of glory and of God resteth upon you: on their part he is evil spoken of, but on your part he is glorified. 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