1 Peter 4:12–19 reminds Christians not to be surprised even by fiery suffering, but instead to see sharing in Christ's afflictions as something worth rejoicing ...

In the end, the righteous will have it better than the ungodly. · Our God renders judgment. No one is spared suffering. Believers are encouraged to suffer well.

18 нояб. 2021 г. · “For it is time to begin the judgment from the house of God. So, if it begins first from us, what is the end of those who disobey the gospel ...

14 июн. 2009 г. · In verses 17-19, Peter gives us reason for our sufferings, and he brings us comfort by drawing inferences from our situation, and finally he ...

19 авг. 2024 г. · Peter reminds them that the wicked will face God's judgment (verse 5) but that believers in Christ must hold themselves to a higher standard than they once did.

The judgements that the household of God must undergo during our sojourn on earth, will come from a God-hating, Christ-rejecting, unbelieving, sinful world.

The judgment here spoken of is thought by many commentators to signify the particular distress which was to happen before Jerusalem should be utterly destroyed.

In times of suffering, believers are encouraged to recognize the unique purpose behind their trials as members of God's household.

For it is time for judgment to begin with God's household; and if it begins with us, what will the outcome be for those who do not obey the gospel of.