1 Peter 3:17

Devotionals, Articles, and Bible Study Resources on 1 Peter 3:17

17For it is better, if it is God’s will, to suffer for doing good than for doing evil.
— 1 Peter 3:17

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Devo: Daily Wisdom

"It is better, if it is God's will, to suffer for doing good than for doing evil."

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Devo: Together in Christ

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Article by James Nored & Phil Ware

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Article by James Nored & Phil Ware

God’s great story of redemption reminds us of three truths that we must take with us as we live in a world that always seems to tilt away from fairness. James Nored and Phil Ware remind us of the importance of God's past stories of deliverance to help us know how to live in our times of unfairness and hold onto to hope in the middle of oppression.

Devo: A Year with Jesus

"Dear Disciple, I gave My life to bring God's grace to you. As My disciple, I ask you to share My story of grace in your life with others. In the..."

Article by Phil Ware

What can I as a believer in Jesus actually do to make a difference in the tasteless and vile language that comes from every side, quarter, and position? Phil Ware shares how the Holy Spirit convicted him about the kind of speech he, and we must use in a world that has gone crazy at attacking each other.

Devo: A Year with Jesus

"Dear Disciple, Life sometimes is not fair. If you have any doubts about that, just remember what you celebrate when you take part in Communion. My..."

Article by Phil Ware

Can we really take worship with us outside our religious boxes? Worship has to be part of our everyday real life world where we work, play, do sports, have recreation, and watch our kids play.

Devo: A Year with Jesus

"Dear Friend, Just as Paul faced his legal ordeals and challenging travels to Rome, My disciples in Asia Minor faced growing criticism, ostracism, and..."

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