1 Peter 2:22 KJV [22] “who did no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth:” When we think about this verse, we must remember that Peter spent a lot of time with Jesus. He walked with our Lord for over three years. He knew Jesus on a very personal level. Peter had closely studied the life of Christ. He saw Jesus daily and had many conversations with Him. Peter witnessed Jesus under the pressure of the religious circles of his day. He observed Him when He was under the pressure of the multitudes constantly surrounding Him to meet their …
“The Supreme Example”
1 Peter 2:21 KJV [21] “For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps:” Peter reminds us that we should submit to those over us because we are saints who are to be like Jesus. Jesus Christ is the supreme example of both submission and suffering. Peter learned from his own experience that the people of God serve through suffering. He also learned to lead by suffering, which eventually leads to glory. Think about how the Lord used these lessons in the life of Peter. …
“The Suffering Saint”
1 Peter 2:20 KJV [20] “For what glory is it, if, when ye be buffeted for your faults, ye shall take it patiently? but if, when ye do well, and suffer for it, ye take it patiently, this is acceptable with God.” Our verse gives us a contrast about suffering. The first part of this verse talks about suffering when we deserve it. The second part of this verse talks about suffering when we don’t deserve it. The best example of this would be in the life of David. He knew what it was to suffer because of his great …
“The Mistreated Employee”
1 Peter 2:19 KJV [19] “For this is thankworthy, if a man for conscience toward God endure grief, suffering wrongfully.” What if your boss wanted you to lie for him or be dishonest in a financial wrongdoing? What is a Christian supposed to do in this situation? We must always be honest and refuse to do wrong, even if it means unpleasant consequences. We are to refuse to sin for the company’s sake or the benefit of our superiors. Peter says that making the right choice could lead to suffering wrongfully. You may endure mistreatment because you have done …