1 Peter 2:18-25 In Plain English

Peter's word he received from Christ and is sharing with other Christians seems to be ripe for putting down in plain English:

1)  Have respect for those in authority over us, regardless of the circumstances, because God put them there for a reason.

2)  Suffering does seem unfair, but endure it well because Jesus did.

3)  We were each called to go through whatever we're going through.  It's an assignment we need to complete.

4)  Stifle the urge to retaliate.  Christ took everything they dished out and didn't retaliate.

5)  He carried our sins in His body on the cross.  We do not need to add to that burden.

6)  Since He did all this, we need to come back to Him as our Protector and Shepherd.

Too often, we allow the treatment the world gives us to deflect us from what Peter has told us.  Father, help me to stay on course when the ride gets bumpy.

Your Brother In Christ,
Gary Ford