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1 Peter · read by Michael Haykin
36 verses, in order. Only the verses Michael read aloud are shown.
1 Peter 1
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Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To the elect who are exiles of the Dispersion throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, chosenRead from ESV · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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according to the foreknowledge of God the Father and sanctified by the Spirit for obedience to Jesus Christ and sprinkling by His blood: Grace and peace be yours in abundance.Read from ESV · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! By His great mercy He has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,Read from ESV · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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and into an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, reserved in heaven for you,Read from ESV · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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who through faith are shielded by God's power for the salvation that is ready to be revealed in the last time.Read from ESV · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in various trialsRead from ESV · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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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 · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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Though you have not seen Him, you love Him; and though you do not see Him now, you believe in Him and rejoice with an inexpressible and glorious joy,Read from ESV · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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now that you are receiving the goal of your faith, the salvation of your souls.Read from ESV · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
1 Peter 2
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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 · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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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 · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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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 · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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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 · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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Treat everyone with high regard: Love the brotherhood of believers, fear God, honor the king.Read from ESV · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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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 · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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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 · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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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 · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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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 · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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"He committed no sin, and no deceit was found in His mouth."Read from ESV · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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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 · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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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 Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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For "you were like sheep going astray," but now you have returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls.Read from ESV · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
1 Peter 3
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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 · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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keeping a clear conscience, so that those who slander you may be put to shame by your good behavior in Christ.Read from ESV · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
1 Peter 4
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Therefore, since Christ suffered in His body, arm yourselves with the same resolve, because anyone who has suffered in his body is done with sin.Read from ESV · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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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 · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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Because of this, they consider it strange of you not to plunge with them into the same flood of reckless indiscretion, and they heap abuse on you.Read from ESV · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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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 · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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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 · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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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 · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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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 · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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But if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but glorify God that you bear that name.Read from ESV · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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For it is time for judgment to begin with the family of God; and if it begins with us, what will the outcome be for those who disobey the gospel of God?Read from ESV · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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And, "If it is hard for the righteous to be saved, what will become of the ungodly and the sinner?"Read from ESV · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
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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 · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution
1 Peter 5
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Through Silvanus, whom I regard as a faithful brother, I have written to you briefly, encouraging you and testifying that this is the true grace of God. Stand firm in it.Read from ESV · The Spirit of Glory and of God: Responding to Persecution