1 Peter 4, Coffman Commentaries on the Bible, One of over 110 Bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the Church of Christ, presents a verse level look at the Bible. This shows that the name had become very widely used, so much so that one could be persecuted for being numbered as a Christian. Close. We have been rescued from meaningless lives and set apart from … John Piper is founder and teacher of desiringGod.org and chancellor of Bethlehem College & Seminary. 4. In chapter 4, Peter urges Christians to be fiercely committed to fulfilling the purpose of our lives in Christ. That you do not run with them in the same flood of dissipation b. Prior chapters made the case that we are a "holy people." "THE FIRST EPISTLE OF PETER" Chapter Four OBJECTIVES IN STUDYING THIS CHAPTER 1) ... drinking parties, and abominable idolatries B. In 1 Peter 4:16 the idea is that some are suffering because they are identified as Christians. (17-19) Committing your soul to God in the midst of suffering. Speaking evil of you 2. But the end of all things is at hand: We are never told the exact date of the times or seasons which are yet to come; it is the evident aim of the Holy Spirit to keep us on the tip-toe of expectation. 1 Peter 4:1–19 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. First, don’t be surprised when you suffer for your faith in Jesus Christ (v. 12). Commentary on 1 Peter 4:7-11 (Read 1 Peter 4:7-11) The destruction of the Jewish church and nation, foretold by our Saviour, was very near. First Peter 4:1-2 “Since therefore Christ suffered in the flesh, arm yourselves with the same way of thinking, for whoever has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin, so as to live for the rest of the time in the flesh no longer for human passions but for the will of God.” Peter explains why the gospel is preached to the dead—Saints should speak as the oracles of God—The righteous will be tried and tested in all things. And the speedy approach of death and judgment concerns all, to which these words naturally lead our minds. 1 Peter 4:12–13. When we stand for Jesus in our schools, homes, or workplaces we will, at least from time to … They will give an account a. (1Pe 4:17-19) Committing your soul to God in the midst of suffering. 1 Peter 4:7. This shows that the name had become very widely used, so much so that one could be persecuted for being numbered as a Christian. Though our sin may bring suffering, the suffering Peter has in mind here is the suffering we endure from the hands of ungodly men because of our profession of Christ. 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. In 1 Peter 4:16 the idea is that some are suffering because they are identified as Christians. 1 Peter 4:1 August 11, 2016. Don’t be surprised by the fiery trial (12): Peter begins verse 12 by exhorting his audience not to be surprised/shocked by this fiery trial that has come upon them as though something strange/foreign has come upon them. 1 Peter 4. 3. Chapter 4. 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. Living for God. What does 1 Peter chapter 4 mean? 3. NOT DAUNTED BY THE OPPOSITION (4-6) 1. 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