Popular Bible Verses from 1 Peter 4

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Most of all, love one another deeply, because love covers over many sins.

Each of you has received a gift that you can use to serve others. You should use it as something that God has trusted you with. These gifts come in many forms.

If anyone speaks, they should do it as someone who’s speaking God’s own words. If anyone serves, they should do it with the strength that God provides. That way God will be praised in all things through Jesus Christ. May he receive the glory and power for ever and ever. Amen.

But if you suffer because you’re a Christian, then don’t be ashamed. Instead, praise God that you’re known by the name of Christ.

The end of all things is near. So be alert and stay sober so that you can pray.

Dear friends, don’t be surprised if you get the feeling that you’re being tested by fire. Don’t think that something strange is happening to you. Instead, be glad that you can take part in Christ’s sufferings. That way you’ll be overjoyed when his glory is revealed.

Entertain others in your homes without complaining.

Here’s what people who suffer according to God’s will should do. They should commit themselves to their faithful Creator and continue to do good.

Since Christ suffered in his body, protect yourselves by having the same attitude that he did, because anyone who suffers in their body is finished with sin. As a result, they don’t live the rest of their earthly life following wrong human desires. Instead, they live to do what God wants.

If people insult you because of the name of Christ, then you’re blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you.