This is one of those passages where it helps to imagine Peter, Jesus’ own disciple, sitting you down to tell you what you can expect as a Christ-follower. It’s not an easy road. And yet it is the most rewarding way to live. When you start living your life, “anxious to do the will of God,” there’s an undeniable shift toward peace.
You may be discovering for the first time that non-believers can be cruel toward you and your devotion to God. Remember, they just don’t understand. Your choice to give up your old, wicked habits may surprise others, but think about the One you are seeking to please. When we act in God-honoring ways, our Creator is pleased. Continue reading “1 Peter 4:1-19 – Endure It!”
