1 Peter 3:8-12
Today we are reading 1 Peter 3.
As we read, these verses stood out to me:
1 Peter 3:8-12 - To sum up, all of you be harmonious, sympathetic, loving, compassionate, and humble; 9 not returning evil for evil or insult for insult, but giving a blessing instead; for you were called for the very purpose that you would inherit a blessing. 10 For, “The one who desires life, to love and see good days, Must keep his tongue from evil and his lips from speaking deceit. 11 He must turn away from evil and do good; He must seek peace and pursue it. 12 For the eyes of the Lord are toward the righteous, And His ears attend to their prayer, But the face of the Lord is against evildoers.”
Please, take some time to Share Your Thoughts With Us as they relate to this passage.
You can share anything that is on your heart but, if you don't know where to start, try reading these verses and answering one or more of the following "Honest Questions."
Honest Questions
1. What are some of the people or things that seem to be trying to steal your sense of peace and/or joy?
2. How can taking time to remember the story of Christ crucified, buried, resurrected, ascended, enthroned reestablish you in peace and/or joy?
3. How does remembering Christ help us to live in harmony with the people around us?
4. Do you see how Peter is telling us that getting things right vertically has the power to help you get things right horizontally in your relationships with everyone you meet?
5. Is there any human relationship that cannot be improved when at least one of the the people in that relationship is diligent to abide in Christ and His word?
6. Do you think of yourself as a person who is bringing Christ with them where ever they go? Do you think of the mayor, your boss, your pastor, your doctor, your parents, your spouse, your children, or your grandchildren that way too?
7. When was the last time you remember being insulted? How did you respond?
8. Read 1 Peter 3:10-12. Do you think of yourself as a person who is in pursuit of righteousness? If so, what does that look like on a practical level in your life?
9. What is was your favorite verse in 1 Peter 3 and why?
10. Do you have any specific questions or prayer requests after reading 1 Peter 3?
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