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notes). Holy Bible. Reina-Valera 1960, But even if you suffer for doing what is right, God will reward you for it. Christian Standard Bible, Only eight people were saved from drowning in that terrible flood. 
3In the same way, you wives must accept the authority of your husbands. [b] There is wonderful joy ahead, even though you must endure many trials for a little while. (a.d. 95) seems to indicate acquaintance with 1 Peter. 3All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. And if someone asks about your hope as a believer, always be ready to explain it. of numerous subordinate and contributory themes. Sign up now for the latest news and deals from Bible Gateway! WebLove each other deeply with all your heart. YouVersion uses cookies to personalize your experience. 5:22; Col. 3:18. 9(O)Do not repay evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary, (P)bless, for (Q)to this you were called, that you may obtain a blessing. 9Dont repay evil for evil. In the same way, you husbands must give honor to your wives. 12They were told that their messages were not for themselves, but for you. It cannot be placed
Luke-Acts And now this Good News has been announced to you by those who preached in the power of the Holy Spirit sent from heaven. Web1 Peter 3 In the same way, you wives must accept the authority of your husbands. 
All rights reserved. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. WebConfirming Ones Calling and Election. Then, even if some refuse to obey the Good News, your godly lives will speak to them without She may be weaker than you are, but she is your equal partner in Gods gift of new life. Your new life will last forever because it comes from the eternal, That is what God has called you to do, and he will grant you his blessing. For example, it has
They put their trust in God and accepted the authority of their husbands. ESV Text Edition: 2016. 21Baptism, which corresponds to this, (AL)now saves you, not as a removal of dirt from the body but (AM)as an appeal to God for a good conscience, (AN)through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, 22who has gone into heaven and (AO)is at the right hand of God, (AP)with angels, authorities, and powers having been subjected to him. to Silas as a letter carrier. 10For the Scriptures say. first century as a small town on the Euphrates; (2) there is no evidence that
3(E)Do not let your adorning be externalthe braiding of hair and the putting on of gold jewelry, or the clothing you wear 4but let your adorning be (F)the hidden person of the heart with the imperishable beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which in God's sight is very precious. Here he tells Christian wives to be subject to their husbands, even unbelieving husbands. The husband's duty to the wife implies giving due respect unto her, and maintaining her authority, protecting her, and placing trust in her. (. earlier than 60 since it shows familiarity with Paul's Prison Letters (e.g.,
Instead, pay them back with a blessing. 1:3, Gen. 3:16; 1 Cor. That he was not a professionally trained scribe (Ac 4:13) does not mean that
That is what God has called you to do, and he will grant you his blessing. We daily see how narrowly evil men watch the ways and lives of professors of religion. General Epistles Some English translations put this sentence in verse 15. He is seated in the place of honor next to God, and all the angels and authorities and powers accept his authority. in the decades that intervened between then and the writing of 1 Peter. 4 Be beautiful inside, in 
or cryptic. may be significant. WebNLT: New Living Translation . WebGreetings from Peter 1 This letter is from Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ. "through" or "by means of") Silas. I am writing to Gods chosen people who are living as foreigners in the provinces of Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia. 16But do this in a gentle and respectful way. 41 Likes, TikTok video from Jeremiah (@walkingwithjeremiah): "Make sure your relationship with God is your priotirty before you seek after a woman. But in his time Aramaic, Hebrew and Greek were used in
10For, (R)Whoever desires to love lifeand see good days,let him keep his tongue from eviland his lips from speaking deceit;11let him turn away from evil and do good;let him seek peace and pursue it.12For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous,and his ears are open to their prayer.But the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.. Some English translations put this sentence in verse 15. in literary Greek are found in Ac 15:22-29. Though you do not see him now, you trust him; and you rejoice with a glorious, inexpressible joy. Latin Vulgate, You didnt know any better then. GenesisExodusLeviticusNumbersDeuteronomyJoshuaJudgesRuth1 Samuel2 Samuel1 Kings2 Kings1 Chronicles2 ChroniclesEzraNehemiahEstherJobPsalmsProverbsEcclesiastesSong of SongsIsaiahJeremiahLamentationsEzekielDanielHoseaJoelAmosObadiahJonahMicahNahumHabakkukZephaniahHaggaiZechariahMalachiMatthewMarkLukeJohnActsRomans1 Corinthians2 CorinthiansGalatiansEphesiansPhilippiansColossians1 Thessalonians2 Thessalonians1 Timothy2 TimothyTitusPhilemonHebrewsJames1 Peter2 Peter1 John2 John3 JohnJudeRevelation, Select an Ending Point 14So you must live as Gods obedient children. Minor Prophets The apostle directs Christian females to put on something not corruptible, that beautifies the soul, even the graces of God's Holy Spirit. 
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Recognizing the value of consistent reflection upon the Word of God in order to refocus one's mind and heart upon Christ and His Gospel of peace, we provide several reading plans designed to cover the entire Bible in a year. New Living Translation copyright 1996, 2004, 2007, 2013 by. (1-7) Christians exhorted to agree. 15 And remember, our Lords patience gives people time to be Love each other as brothers and sisters. Prophets Peter's competence. Follow Christ's journey to the Cross. God takes exact notice of the means and advantages people in all ages have had. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. The Gospels 16For the Scriptures say, You must be holy because I am holy.[c]. So dont worry or be afraid of their threats. 7Likewise, (I)husbands, live with your wives in an understanding way, showing honor to the woman as the weaker (J)vessel, since they are heirs with you[a] of the grace of life, so that your prayers may not be hindered. Historical Books 
Prophets Now Christ has gone to heaven. Treat her as you should so your prayers will not be hindered. Eusebius
13(S)And who is he who will harm you if you become followers of what is good? Then, even if some refuse to obey the Good News, your godly lives will 8Finally, all of you, (K)have unity of mind, sympathy, (L)brotherly love, (M)a tender heart, and (N)a humble mind. None could or should harm those who copied the example of Christ, who is perfect goodness, and did good to others as his followers. Web1 Peter 3, New Living Translation (NLT) Wives In the same way, you wives must accept the authority of your husbands. 17For it is better, if it is the will of God, to suffer for doing good than for doing evil. Get the BEST VALUE in digital Bible study as you prepare for Easter. General Epistles 7Likewise, ye husbands, dwell with them according to knowledge, giving honour unto the wife, as unto the weaker vessel, and as being heirs together of the grace of life; that your prayers be not hindered. Though you do not see him now, you trust him; and you rejoice with a glorious, inexpressible joy. Moreover, the letter reflects the history and terminology of the Gospels and
Historical Books It is effective because of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Putting on of apparel is not forbidden, but vanity and costliness in ornament. Then if people speak against you, they will be ashamed when they see what a good life you live because you belong to Christ. All rights reserved. That you may pray much, live holily; and that you may live holily, be much in prayer. To prevent mistakes, the apostle declares what he means by saving baptism; not the outward ceremony of washing with water, which, in itself, does no more than put away the filth of the flesh, but that baptism, of which the baptismal water formed the sign. Article Images Copyright 2023 Getty Images unless otherwise indicated. Web13 views, 1 likes, 0 loves, 0 comments, 2 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from KirkChurch: Coastal Christian Church 930am Service The Holy Bible, English Standard Version. Among
Scripture taken from the New King James Version. If you have any questions, please review our Privacy Policy or email us at [email protected]. Pauline Epistles Put all your hope in the gracious salvation that will come to you when Jesus Christ is revealed to the world. May God give you more and more grace and peace. This phrase cannot refer merely
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7In the same way, you husbands must give honor to your wives. (155-215) and Origen (185-253). That is what God has called you to do, and he will grant you his blessing. Blue Letter Bible study tools make reading, searching and studying the Bible easy and rewarding. dealing with the true grace of God. 2 Like newborn babies, you must crave pure Wives 1 In the same way, you wives must accept the authority of your husbands. 24As the Scriptures say, People are like grass;their beauty is like a flower in the field.The grass withers and the flower fades.25But the word of the Lord remains forever.[f]. and his associations in the period of our Lord's earthly ministry and in the
Major Prophets Johannine Writings [c] Keep your conscience clear. By submitting your email address, you understand that you will receive email communications from Bible Gateway, a division of The Zondervan Corporation, 3900 Sparks Drive SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 USA, including commercial communications and messages from partners of Bible Gateway. He suffered physical death, but he was raised to life in the Spirit. On the other hand,
Proud member 7(H)Husbands, likewise, dwell with them with understanding, giving honor to the wife, (I)as to the weaker vessel, and as being heirs together of the grace of life, (J)that your prayers may not be hindered. So you must live in reverent fear of him during your time here as temporary residents. 18For you know that God paid a ransom to save you from the empty life you inherited from your ancestors. Be done with all deceit, hypocrisy, jealousy, and all unkind speech. All rights reserved. Web1 Peter 3 NLT 1 Peter 3 Wives 1 In the same way, you wives must accept the authority of your husbands. Web1 Peter 3New International Version. Coincidences
Pauline Epistles 2:29; [Rom. His resurrection from the dead is that whereby we are assured of purifying and peace. The conscience is good, when it does its office well. get answers to your Bible questions from 50+ resources ($2,400+ value! Then, even if some refuse to obey the Good News, your godly lives will speak to them without Finally, all of you should be of one mind. Pentateuch It is effective because of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. 7:22; 2 Cor. Historical Books Sympathize with each other. 15Instead, you must worship Christ as Lord of your life. Johannine Writings Tradition connects him in the latter part of his life with Rome, and
Web1 Peter 3 New Living Translation Par Wives 1 In the same way, you wives must accept the authority of your husbands. Start for FREE. Copyright 2002 Zondervan. Webthe dead. 1 Peter 1:3 The book of 1 Peter offers a gospel perspective on our short lives. 21Through Christ you have come to trust in God. Minor Prophets By submitting your email address, you understand that you will receive email communications from Bible Gateway, a division of The Zondervan Corporation, 3900 Sparks Drive SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 USA, including commercial communications and messages from partners of Bible Gateway. 6So be truly glad. Used by permission. By using our website, you accept our use of cookies as described in our Privacy Policy. Prophets Poetical Books 18Christ suffered[d] for our sins once for all time. Web1 Peter 3:1 In the same way, you wives must accept the authority of your husbands. Thank you for registering. Pentateuch The book can be satisfactorily dated in the early 60s. Luke-Acts 3 Dont be concerned about the outward beauty that depends on jewelry, or beautiful clothes, or hair arrangement. Prayer sweetens their converse. those days often composed documents in good Greek for those who did not have
The New Living Translation is an authoritative Bible translation, rendered faithfully into today's English from the ancient texts by 90 leading It is by his great mercy that we have been born again, because God raised Jesus Christ from the dead. Sympathize with each other. [a] 2God the Father knew you and chose you long ago, and his Spirit has made you holy. Far more are beholden to the lowliness of their state, than the lowliness of their mind; and many will not be so bounded, but lavish their time and money upon trifles. Web1 Peter 3. Matthew Henry Commentary on the Whole Bible (Concise), Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible, Matthew Henry Commentary on the Whole Bible (Complete). 23For you have been born again, but not to a life that will quickly end. Treat your wife with understanding as you live together. She may be weaker than you are, but she is your equal partner in Gods gift of new life. 4You should clothe yourselves instead with the beauty that comes from within, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is so precious to God. Follow Christ's journey to the Cross. Morphological Greek New Testament, and 9Dont repay evil for evil. A verification email has been sent to the address you provided. Please see Blue Letter Bible's Privacy Policy for cookie usage details. 23 For you have been born again, but not to a life that will quickly end. Unless poverty is our carver, and cuts us short, there is scarcely any one who does not desire something beyond what is good for us. What Does It Mean to "Always Be Prepared to Make a Defense?" GenesisExodusLeviticusNumbersDeuteronomyJoshuaJudgesRuth1 Samuel2 Samuel1 Kings2 Kings1 Chronicles2 ChroniclesEzraNehemiahEstherJobPsalmsProverbsEcclesiastesSong of SongsIsaiahJeremiahLamentationsEzekielDanielHoseaJoelAmosObadiahJonahMicahNahumHabakkukZephaniahHaggaiZechariahMalachiMatthewMarkLukeJohnActsRomans1 Corinthians2 CorinthiansGalatiansEphesiansPhilippiansColossians1 Thessalonians2 Thessalonians1 Timothy2 TimothyTitusPhilemonHebrewsJames1 Peter2 Peter1 John2 John3 JohnJudeRevelation, Use semicolons to separate groups: 'Gen;Jdg;Psa-Mal' or 'Rom 3-12;Mat 1:15;Mat 5:12-22', * 'Number Delimiters' only apply to 'Paragraph Order', There are options set in 'Advanced Options', The Whole Bible Pentateuch The Old Testament 3 In the same way, you wives must accept the authority of your husbands. by observing your pure and reverent lives. Love each other as brothers and sisters. Web1 Peter 2 New Living Translation 2 So get rid of all evil behavior. New King James Version, But do this in a gentle and respectful way. If you have any questions, please review our Privacy Policy or email us at [email protected]. Your new life will last forever because it comes from the eternal, living word of God. And next the apostle directs husbands how to conduct towards their wives, to dwell with them, and honour them, because vessels, and weaker vessels, and also heirs of the same grace of life; and besides, to use them ill would be an hinderance of their praying together, 1Pe 3:7. Web1 Peter 1:3-12 New Living Translation The Hope of Eternal Life 3 All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. 13Now, who will want to harm you if you are eager to do good? 3(E)Do not let your adornment be merely outwardarranging the hair, wearing gold, or putting on fine apparel 4rather let it be (F)the hidden person of the heart, with the [a]incorruptible beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is very precious in the sight of God. of suffering and glory, of hope, of pilgrimage, of courage, and as a letter
8Finally, all of you should be of one mind. 2by observing your pure and reverent lives. In this chapter the apostle instructs wives how to behave towards their husbands, and husbands how to behave towards their wives; and then exhorts to various things common to all Christians, and particularly to suffer patiently for righteousness sake; to which he encourages them from the sufferings of Christ, and the benefits resulting from them, on which he enlarges to the end of the chapter. 3Wives, likewise, be (A)submissive to your own husbands, that even if some do not obey the word, (B)they, without a word, may (C)be won by the conduct of their wives, 2(D)when they observe your chaste conduct accompanied by fear. 22You were cleansed from your sins when you obeyed the truth, so now you must show sincere love to each other as brothers and sisters. Start FREE. 7These trials will show that your faith is genuine. Get the BEST VALUE in digital Bible study as you prepare for Easter. get answers to your Bible questions from 50+ resources ($2,400+ value! Then, even if some refuse to obey the Good News, your godly lives will speak to them without any words. Search for peace, and work to maintain it. And he proceeds to give some advice about their apparel, that they should have a greater regard to internal ornaments; particularly meekness and quietness of spirit, which is highly esteemed of by God, rather than to outward adorning; and which he enforces by the examples of godly women in former times, who were so adorned, and were subject to their husbands, particularly Sarah, the wife of Abraham, 1Pe 3:3-6. apostolic age. Be tenderhearted, and keep a humble attitude. WebFrom the beginning, 1 Peter was recognized as authoritative and as the work of the apostle Peter. 3. King James Version, 1This letter is from Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ. 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3In the same way, you wives must accept the authority of your husbands. [b] There is wonderful joy ahead, even though you must endure many trials for a little while. (a.d. 95) seems to indicate acquaintance with 1 Peter. 3All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. And if someone asks about your hope as a believer, always be ready to explain it. of numerous subordinate and contributory themes. Sign up now for the latest news and deals from Bible Gateway! WebLove each other deeply with all your heart. YouVersion uses cookies to personalize your experience. 5:22; Col. 3:18. 9(O)Do not repay evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary, (P)bless, for (Q)to this you were called, that you may obtain a blessing. 9Dont repay evil for evil. In the same way, you husbands must give honor to your wives. 12They were told that their messages were not for themselves, but for you. It cannot be placed
Luke-Acts And now this Good News has been announced to you by those who preached in the power of the Holy Spirit sent from heaven. Web1 Peter 3 In the same way, you wives must accept the authority of your husbands. All rights reserved. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. WebConfirming Ones Calling and Election. Then, even if some refuse to obey the Good News, your godly lives will speak to them without She may be weaker than you are, but she is your equal partner in Gods gift of new life. Your new life will last forever because it comes from the eternal, That is what God has called you to do, and he will grant you his blessing. For example, it has
They put their trust in God and accepted the authority of their husbands. ESV Text Edition: 2016. 21Baptism, which corresponds to this, (AL)now saves you, not as a removal of dirt from the body but (AM)as an appeal to God for a good conscience, (AN)through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, 22who has gone into heaven and (AO)is at the right hand of God, (AP)with angels, authorities, and powers having been subjected to him. to Silas as a letter carrier. 10For the Scriptures say. first century as a small town on the Euphrates; (2) there is no evidence that
3(E)Do not let your adorning be externalthe braiding of hair and the putting on of gold jewelry, or the clothing you wear 4but let your adorning be (F)the hidden person of the heart with the imperishable beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which in God's sight is very precious. Here he tells Christian wives to be subject to their husbands, even unbelieving husbands. The husband's duty to the wife implies giving due respect unto her, and maintaining her authority, protecting her, and placing trust in her. (. earlier than 60 since it shows familiarity with Paul's Prison Letters (e.g.,
Instead, pay them back with a blessing. 1:3, Gen. 3:16; 1 Cor. That he was not a professionally trained scribe (Ac 4:13) does not mean that
That is what God has called you to do, and he will grant you his blessing. We daily see how narrowly evil men watch the ways and lives of professors of religion. General Epistles Some English translations put this sentence in verse 15. He is seated in the place of honor next to God, and all the angels and authorities and powers accept his authority. in the decades that intervened between then and the writing of 1 Peter. 4 Be beautiful inside, in or cryptic. may be significant. WebNLT: New Living Translation . WebGreetings from Peter 1 This letter is from Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ. "through" or "by means of") Silas. I am writing to Gods chosen people who are living as foreigners in the provinces of Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia. 16But do this in a gentle and respectful way. 41 Likes, TikTok video from Jeremiah (@walkingwithjeremiah): "Make sure your relationship with God is your priotirty before you seek after a woman. But in his time Aramaic, Hebrew and Greek were used in
10For, (R)Whoever desires to love lifeand see good days,let him keep his tongue from eviland his lips from speaking deceit;11let him turn away from evil and do good;let him seek peace and pursue it.12For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous,and his ears are open to their prayer.But the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.. Some English translations put this sentence in verse 15. in literary Greek are found in Ac 15:22-29. Though you do not see him now, you trust him; and you rejoice with a glorious, inexpressible joy. Latin Vulgate, You didnt know any better then. GenesisExodusLeviticusNumbersDeuteronomyJoshuaJudgesRuth1 Samuel2 Samuel1 Kings2 Kings1 Chronicles2 ChroniclesEzraNehemiahEstherJobPsalmsProverbsEcclesiastesSong of SongsIsaiahJeremiahLamentationsEzekielDanielHoseaJoelAmosObadiahJonahMicahNahumHabakkukZephaniahHaggaiZechariahMalachiMatthewMarkLukeJohnActsRomans1 Corinthians2 CorinthiansGalatiansEphesiansPhilippiansColossians1 Thessalonians2 Thessalonians1 Timothy2 TimothyTitusPhilemonHebrewsJames1 Peter2 Peter1 John2 John3 JohnJudeRevelation, Select an Ending Point 14So you must live as Gods obedient children. Minor Prophets The apostle directs Christian females to put on something not corruptible, that beautifies the soul, even the graces of God's Holy Spirit. general description of the letter, but it does not exclude the recognition
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Recognizing the value of consistent reflection upon the Word of God in order to refocus one's mind and heart upon Christ and His Gospel of peace, we provide several reading plans designed to cover the entire Bible in a year. New Living Translation copyright 1996, 2004, 2007, 2013 by. (1-7) Christians exhorted to agree. 15 And remember, our Lords patience gives people time to be Love each other as brothers and sisters. Prophets Peter's competence. Follow Christ's journey to the Cross. God takes exact notice of the means and advantages people in all ages have had. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. The Gospels 16For the Scriptures say, You must be holy because I am holy.[c]. So dont worry or be afraid of their threats. 7Likewise, (I)husbands, live with your wives in an understanding way, showing honor to the woman as the weaker (J)vessel, since they are heirs with you[a] of the grace of life, so that your prayers may not be hindered. Historical Books Prophets Now Christ has gone to heaven. Treat her as you should so your prayers will not be hindered. Eusebius
13(S)And who is he who will harm you if you become followers of what is good? Then, even if some refuse to obey the Good News, your godly lives will 8Finally, all of you, (K)have unity of mind, sympathy, (L)brotherly love, (M)a tender heart, and (N)a humble mind. None could or should harm those who copied the example of Christ, who is perfect goodness, and did good to others as his followers. Web1 Peter 3, New Living Translation (NLT) Wives In the same way, you wives must accept the authority of your husbands. 17For it is better, if it is the will of God, to suffer for doing good than for doing evil. Get the BEST VALUE in digital Bible study as you prepare for Easter. General Epistles 7Likewise, ye husbands, dwell with them according to knowledge, giving honour unto the wife, as unto the weaker vessel, and as being heirs together of the grace of life; that your prayers be not hindered. Though you do not see him now, you trust him; and you rejoice with a glorious, inexpressible joy. Moreover, the letter reflects the history and terminology of the Gospels and
Historical Books It is effective because of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Putting on of apparel is not forbidden, but vanity and costliness in ornament. Then if people speak against you, they will be ashamed when they see what a good life you live because you belong to Christ. All rights reserved. That you may pray much, live holily; and that you may live holily, be much in prayer. To prevent mistakes, the apostle declares what he means by saving baptism; not the outward ceremony of washing with water, which, in itself, does no more than put away the filth of the flesh, but that baptism, of which the baptismal water formed the sign. Article Images Copyright 2023 Getty Images unless otherwise indicated. Web13 views, 1 likes, 0 loves, 0 comments, 2 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from KirkChurch: Coastal Christian Church 930am Service The Holy Bible, English Standard Version. Among
Scripture taken from the New King James Version. If you have any questions, please review our Privacy Policy or email us at [email protected]. Pauline Epistles Put all your hope in the gracious salvation that will come to you when Jesus Christ is revealed to the world. May God give you more and more grace and peace. This phrase cannot refer merely
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7In the same way, you husbands must give honor to your wives. (155-215) and Origen (185-253). That is what God has called you to do, and he will grant you his blessing. Blue Letter Bible study tools make reading, searching and studying the Bible easy and rewarding. dealing with the true grace of God. 2 Like newborn babies, you must crave pure Wives 1 In the same way, you wives must accept the authority of your husbands. 24As the Scriptures say, People are like grass;their beauty is like a flower in the field.The grass withers and the flower fades.25But the word of the Lord remains forever.[f]. and his associations in the period of our Lord's earthly ministry and in the
Major Prophets Johannine Writings [c] Keep your conscience clear. By submitting your email address, you understand that you will receive email communications from Bible Gateway, a division of The Zondervan Corporation, 3900 Sparks Drive SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 USA, including commercial communications and messages from partners of Bible Gateway. He suffered physical death, but he was raised to life in the Spirit. On the other hand,
Proud member 7(H)Husbands, likewise, dwell with them with understanding, giving honor to the wife, (I)as to the weaker vessel, and as being heirs together of the grace of life, (J)that your prayers may not be hindered. So you must live in reverent fear of him during your time here as temporary residents. 18For you know that God paid a ransom to save you from the empty life you inherited from your ancestors. Be done with all deceit, hypocrisy, jealousy, and all unkind speech. All rights reserved. Web1 Peter 3 NLT 1 Peter 3 Wives 1 In the same way, you wives must accept the authority of your husbands. Web1 Peter 3New International Version. Coincidences
Pauline Epistles 2:29; [Rom. His resurrection from the dead is that whereby we are assured of purifying and peace. The conscience is good, when it does its office well. get answers to your Bible questions from 50+ resources ($2,400+ value! Then, even if some refuse to obey the Good News, your godly lives will speak to them without Finally, all of you should be of one mind. Pentateuch It is effective because of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. 7:22; 2 Cor. Historical Books Sympathize with each other. 15Instead, you must worship Christ as Lord of your life. Johannine Writings Tradition connects him in the latter part of his life with Rome, and
Web1 Peter 3 New Living Translation Par Wives 1 In the same way, you wives must accept the authority of your husbands. Start for FREE. Copyright 2002 Zondervan. Webthe dead. 1 Peter 1:3 The book of 1 Peter offers a gospel perspective on our short lives. 21Through Christ you have come to trust in God. Minor Prophets By submitting your email address, you understand that you will receive email communications from Bible Gateway, a division of The Zondervan Corporation, 3900 Sparks Drive SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 USA, including commercial communications and messages from partners of Bible Gateway. 6So be truly glad. Used by permission. By using our website, you accept our use of cookies as described in our Privacy Policy. Prophets Poetical Books 18Christ suffered[d] for our sins once for all time. Web1 Peter 3:1 In the same way, you wives must accept the authority of your husbands. Thank you for registering. Pentateuch The book can be satisfactorily dated in the early 60s. Luke-Acts 3 Dont be concerned about the outward beauty that depends on jewelry, or beautiful clothes, or hair arrangement. Prayer sweetens their converse. those days often composed documents in good Greek for those who did not have
The New Living Translation is an authoritative Bible translation, rendered faithfully into today's English from the ancient texts by 90 leading It is by his great mercy that we have been born again, because God raised Jesus Christ from the dead. Sympathize with each other. [a] 2God the Father knew you and chose you long ago, and his Spirit has made you holy. Far more are beholden to the lowliness of their state, than the lowliness of their mind; and many will not be so bounded, but lavish their time and money upon trifles. Web1 Peter 3. Matthew Henry Commentary on the Whole Bible (Concise), Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible, Matthew Henry Commentary on the Whole Bible (Complete). 23For you have been born again, but not to a life that will quickly end. Treat your wife with understanding as you live together. She may be weaker than you are, but she is your equal partner in Gods gift of new life. 4You should clothe yourselves instead with the beauty that comes from within, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is so precious to God. Follow Christ's journey to the Cross. Morphological Greek New Testament, and 9Dont repay evil for evil. A verification email has been sent to the address you provided. Please see Blue Letter Bible's Privacy Policy for cookie usage details. 23 For you have been born again, but not to a life that will quickly end. Unless poverty is our carver, and cuts us short, there is scarcely any one who does not desire something beyond what is good for us. What Does It Mean to "Always Be Prepared to Make a Defense?" GenesisExodusLeviticusNumbersDeuteronomyJoshuaJudgesRuth1 Samuel2 Samuel1 Kings2 Kings1 Chronicles2 ChroniclesEzraNehemiahEstherJobPsalmsProverbsEcclesiastesSong of SongsIsaiahJeremiahLamentationsEzekielDanielHoseaJoelAmosObadiahJonahMicahNahumHabakkukZephaniahHaggaiZechariahMalachiMatthewMarkLukeJohnActsRomans1 Corinthians2 CorinthiansGalatiansEphesiansPhilippiansColossians1 Thessalonians2 Thessalonians1 Timothy2 TimothyTitusPhilemonHebrewsJames1 Peter2 Peter1 John2 John3 JohnJudeRevelation, Use semicolons to separate groups: 'Gen;Jdg;Psa-Mal' or 'Rom 3-12;Mat 1:15;Mat 5:12-22', * 'Number Delimiters' only apply to 'Paragraph Order', There are options set in 'Advanced Options', The Whole Bible Pentateuch The Old Testament 3 In the same way, you wives must accept the authority of your husbands. by observing your pure and reverent lives. Love each other as brothers and sisters. Web1 Peter 2 New Living Translation 2 So get rid of all evil behavior. New King James Version, But do this in a gentle and respectful way. If you have any questions, please review our Privacy Policy or email us at [email protected]. Your new life will last forever because it comes from the eternal, living word of God. And next the apostle directs husbands how to conduct towards their wives, to dwell with them, and honour them, because vessels, and weaker vessels, and also heirs of the same grace of life; and besides, to use them ill would be an hinderance of their praying together, 1Pe 3:7. Web1 Peter 1:3-12 New Living Translation The Hope of Eternal Life 3 All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. 13Now, who will want to harm you if you are eager to do good? 3(E)Do not let your adornment be merely outwardarranging the hair, wearing gold, or putting on fine apparel 4rather let it be (F)the hidden person of the heart, with the [a]incorruptible beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is very precious in the sight of God. of suffering and glory, of hope, of pilgrimage, of courage, and as a letter
8Finally, all of you should be of one mind. 2by observing your pure and reverent lives. In this chapter the apostle instructs wives how to behave towards their husbands, and husbands how to behave towards their wives; and then exhorts to various things common to all Christians, and particularly to suffer patiently for righteousness sake; to which he encourages them from the sufferings of Christ, and the benefits resulting from them, on which he enlarges to the end of the chapter. 3Wives, likewise, be (A)submissive to your own husbands, that even if some do not obey the word, (B)they, without a word, may (C)be won by the conduct of their wives, 2(D)when they observe your chaste conduct accompanied by fear. 22You were cleansed from your sins when you obeyed the truth, so now you must show sincere love to each other as brothers and sisters. Start FREE. 7These trials will show that your faith is genuine. Get the BEST VALUE in digital Bible study as you prepare for Easter. get answers to your Bible questions from 50+ resources ($2,400+ value! Then, even if some refuse to obey the Good News, your godly lives will speak to them without any words. Search for peace, and work to maintain it. And he proceeds to give some advice about their apparel, that they should have a greater regard to internal ornaments; particularly meekness and quietness of spirit, which is highly esteemed of by God, rather than to outward adorning; and which he enforces by the examples of godly women in former times, who were so adorned, and were subject to their husbands, particularly Sarah, the wife of Abraham, 1Pe 3:3-6. apostolic age. Be tenderhearted, and keep a humble attitude. WebFrom the beginning, 1 Peter was recognized as authoritative and as the work of the apostle Peter. 3. King James Version, 1This letter is from Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ. 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