How tolerant of other believers should we be?
How tolerant of other believers should we be? Even when disputing/dialoguing over prominent doctrines, a disciple of Jesus should exercise …
Tag Archives: 1 Peter 3
Why should we be agreeable, sympathetic, loving, compassionate, and humble?
Am I humble enough? Not yet and that is important to understand. Who gets the credit? That is a central question. …
“Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.” ~Apostle Peter
God is holy. God does not tolerate evil and wickedness. What is my job when I encounter evil and wickedness? …
Merciful – What should disciples do? Can I pass the mercy test?
Can I pass the test? Let’s call it the mercy test. Jesus orders me to be merciful. Am I? Jesus …
Humility — Does God command it?
Does God command me to be humble? Yes, Absolutely. There is no doubt about it. The Bible describes humility …
Good works — Is there evidence of a radical change of thinking and action?
Goodness is virtue and holiness in action. Jesus calls on me to radically change how I think and do good. …
Meekness — Required by God
Jesus is clear that I will be more than happy if I am meek and gentle. I will in fact …
“Summing up: Be agreeable, be sympathetic, be loving, be compassionate, be humble.” ~Apostle Peter
My job is to be a blessing. Being agreeable is a key to blessing others. The ability to agree with …
“Your beauty …. should be that of your inner self.” ~Apostle Peter
Peter heard Jesus talk many times about what defiles someone and what doesn’t. He absorbed all the lessons the Master …
“Run after peace for all you’re worth.” ~Apostle Peter
I should go all out for it. Pursue it no matter what. Peace is from Jesus but I have to …
“Summing up: …be sympathetic …. bless—that’s your job, to bless. You’ll be a blessing and also get a blessing.” ~Apostle Peter
My job is to be sympathetic. No doubt about it. That leads to me being a blessing. It is way …
“No retaliation. No sharp-tongued sarcasm.” ~Apostle Peter
There is something in my nature about wanting to get even. That is a part of our culture. We see it …
