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1 Peter · read by James Jennings
35 verses, in order. Only the verses James read aloud are shown.
1 Peter 1
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so that the proven character of your faith—more precious than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.Read from ESV · Suffering In Christian Life (1 Peter 4)
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now that you are receiving the goal of your faith, the salvation of your souls.Read from ESV · Does Your Conduct Convict the Lost to Come to Christ
1 Peter 2
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Conduct yourselves with such honor among the Gentiles that, though they slander you as evildoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day He visits us.Read from ESV · Sober minded Praying In The Midst of Severe Trials
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Submit yourselves for the Lord's sake to every human institution, whether to the king as the supreme authority,Read from ESV · Being A Busybody Is Not Praiseworthy Conduct
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or to governors as those sent by him to punish those who do wrong and to praise those who do right.Read from ESV · Being A Busybody Is Not Praiseworthy Conduct
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For it is God's will that by doing good you should silence the ignorance of foolish men.Read from ESV · How Many Brothers and Sisters Do You Have？
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Live in freedom, but do not use your freedom as a cover-up for evil; live as servants of God.Read from ESV · Being A Busybody Is Not Praiseworthy Conduct
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Treat everyone with high regard: Love the brotherhood of believers, fear God, honor the king.Read from ESV · Being A Busybody Is Not Praiseworthy Conduct
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Servants, submit yourselves to your masters with all respect, not only to those who are good and gentle, but even to those who are unreasonable.Read from ESV · Being A Busybody Is Not Praiseworthy Conduct
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For if anyone endures the pain of unjust suffering because he is conscious of God, this is to be commended.Read from ESV · Being A Busybody Is Not Praiseworthy Conduct
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How is it to your credit if you are beaten for doing wrong and you endure it? But if you suffer for doing good and you endure it, this is commendable before God.Read from ESV · Being A Busybody Is Not Praiseworthy Conduct
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For to this you were called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in His footsteps:Read from ESV · Being A Busybody Is Not Praiseworthy Conduct
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"He committed no sin, and no deceit was found in His mouth."Read from ESV · Being A Busybody Is Not Praiseworthy Conduct
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When they heaped abuse on Him, He did not retaliate; when He suffered, He made no threats, but entrusted Himself to Him who judges justly.Read from ESV · David Is Kept From Sin By the Lord Sending Abigail
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He Himself bore our sins in His body on the tree, so that we might die to sin and live to righteousness. "By His stripes you are healed."Read from ESV · The LORD Is My Shepherd - Part 1
1 Peter 3
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Wives, in the same way, submit yourselves to your husbands, so that even if they refuse to believe the word, they will be won over without words by the behavior of their wivesRead from ESV · Eunice and Timothy Examples of Sincere Faith
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when they see your pure and reverent demeanor.Read from ESV · Does Your Conduct Convict the Lost to Come to Christ
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Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as braided hair or gold jewelry or fine clothes,Read from ESV · Does Your Conduct Convict the Lost to Come to Christ
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But in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give a defense to everyone who asks you the reason for the hope that is in you. But respond with gentleness and respect,Read from ESV · My Cup Is Overflowing
1 Peter 4
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Consequently, he does not live out his remaining time on earth for human passions, but for the will of God.Read from ESV · Sober minded Praying In The Midst of Severe Trials
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But they will have to give an account to Him who is ready to judge the living and the dead.Read from NKJV · Sober minded Praying In The Midst of Severe Trials
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The end of all things is near. Therefore be clear-minded and sober, so that you can pray.Read from ESV · Sober minded Praying In The Midst of Severe Trials
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Above all, love one another deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.Read from ESV · How Absalom Stole The Hearts Of A People
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Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial that has come upon you, as though something strange were happening to you.Read from ESV · Being A Busybody Is Not Praiseworthy Conduct
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But rejoice that you share in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed at the revelation of His glory.Read from ESV · Suffering In Christian Life (1 Peter 4)
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If you are insulted for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you.Read from ESV · Being A Busybody Is Not Praiseworthy Conduct
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Indeed, none of you should suffer as a murderer or thief or wrongdoer, or even as a meddler.Read from ESV · Being A Busybody Is Not Praiseworthy Conduct
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So then, those who suffer according to God's will should entrust their souls to their faithful Creator and continue to do good.Read from ESV · Humility Are You Clothed In It？
1 Peter 5
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As a fellow elder, a witness of Christ's sufferings, and a partaker of the glory to be revealed, I appeal to the elders among you:Read from ESV · Humility Are You Clothed In It？
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not lording it over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock.Read from ESV · I Am Among You As The One Who Serves
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And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away.Read from ESV · Humility Are You Clothed In It？
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Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you.Read from ESV · A Promise for Those Trying to Fly Away
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Resist him, standing firm in your faith and in the knowledge that your brothers throughout the world are undergoing the same kinds of suffering.Read from ESV · Sober minded Praying In The Midst of Severe Trials
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And after you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself restore you, secure you, strengthen you, and establish you.Read from ESV · Importance of Strengthening One Another