Daily Wisdom: 1 Peter 1:14-16

Saturday, June 7, 2014

As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance. But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: "Be holy, because I am holy."
— 1 Peter 1:14-16

More Daily Wisdom

"Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the Lord your God is giving you."
Exodus 20:12
"A wife of noble character is her husband's crown, but a disgraceful wife is like decay in his bones."
"Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows."
James 1:17
"Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children and live a life of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and...."

Comments

Archived Facebook Comments

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Saturday, June 7, 2014

A daily devotional about God's power for our battles.
"Yet I am always with you; you hold me by my right hand. You guide me with your counsel, and afterward you will take me into glory."
A daily passage of Scripture emphasizing praise to our God.
"Let the whole world glorify the Lord; let it sing his praise."
A one-year devotional guide through the book of Acts.
"So [Peter and Cornelius] talked together and went inside, where many others were assembled. Peter told them, "You know it is against our laws for..."
A daily dose of Christian quotes to inspire and encourage.
"God is a busy worker, but he loves help."

Illustration

Illustration of 1 Peter 1:14-16 — As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance. But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: "Be holy, because I am holy."

About This Devotional

Daily Wisdom is a free daily devotional for Christians featuring wise counsel found in Scripture.