All people are like grass, and all their glory is like the flowers of the field, the grass withers and the flowers fall, but the word of the Lord endures forever. 1 Peter 1:24-25
Tradition and the letter itself identify the apostle Peter as the author of this book, a pastoral address to the house-churches scattered across five Roman provinces. The early Christians often met violent opposition, and Peter’s letter comforted and encouraged Christians who were being persecuted for their faith. It is hard to believe that even today their are many Christians being persecuted and also dying for their belief in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior however it is true. As you read the book of 1 Peter who is telling us: Therefore with minds that are alert and fully sober, set your hope on the grace to be brought to you when Jesus Christ is revealed at his coming. 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 1:13-16
Jesus gives you and me hope-hope that the best part of our lives is not behind you but rather right in front of you. It stretches out before you gloriously into an eternity of experiences that will get better and better. For now, through, you inhabit a world of death, sorrow, crying and pain. Let the hope of heaven empower you to live well in this broken world that is passing away. In heaven, he will wipe away every tear from your eyes-permanently! If this world were all there is, it would be tragic beyond description. When the day of the Lord comes, and believe me it will come. Jesus will replace this world and make all things new with all of his followers who will live forever with him in ceaseless ecstasy. Let this hope give you courage to keep holding your head up high as you endure any suffering and pain. The best part of our lives truly lies ahead-stored up for us in heaven. This is true for all of us Christians both young and old. As we grow older and deal with many things such as poor health let us remember that Jesus walks besides us every step of the way. Our spiritual life can open up even wider as your soul grows strong in the light of Jesus’ presence, and when the day comes for us when we see him face to face-what a glorious day that will be.
Grace and Peace to You My Friends
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