1 Peter Worksheet - Chapter 3

1 PETER 3     Note: In 1 Peter, chapter 2, Peter had just spoken about the sufferings of Christ and how He did not utter any threats, but continued to entrust Himself to the Father when He was unjustly put on the cross by ungodly men. He knew the higher purpose that it served. Now, Peter pivots over to the wives to tell them that following the example of Christ, they are to be submissive to their own husbands in order to win them over to Christ not by words, but through their behavior. How does Peter say the wives should behave? vs. 2 Rather than put all the emphasis on the outward appearance, what does Peter say is the most important quality of a godly woman? vs. 3,4 Peter said that in the former times, the holy women adorned themselves with this strength of dignity and character as well. He points to Sarah as an example in how she obeyed Abraham. What makes us be identified with her today? vs. 6 Proverbs 31 speaks of a godly woman. Read Proverbs 31:21-25. How does this reinforce what this verse would be referring to? Peter then speaks to the husbands. How are they to live with their wives and why? vs.7 What does the husband need to do for the wife in order for his prayers not to be hindered? vs. 7 Peter then sums up a message that applies to all believers. What does he say we all need to be toward one another? vs.8-9 - Name 8 things. When we are insulted, we are to return a blessing to that person. What is the very purpose in our calling? vs. 9 Peter quotes from the Old Testament from Psalm 34:12-16. What does the one who desires life, wants to love, and see good days need to do concerning his speech? vs. 10 What must he turn away from and what should he do? vs. 11 Where are the eyes of the Lord toward? vs. 12 Who does the Lord hear? vs. 12 Who is the Lord's face against? vs. 12 Peter asks "Who is there to harm you if you prove zealous for what is good?" (vs.13) ...This is from Proverbs 16:7 ... Then he says, "Even if you should suffer for the sake of righteousness, you are blessed." (vs.14) ... What does Peter say we should not fear concerning those who would cause us harm if we are doing good? vs. 14 Peter encourages us to sanctify Christ as Lord in our hearts. What are we always to be ready to do? vs. 15 What attitude are we to have when we give defense of what we believe in? vs.15 If we keep a clear conscience, what will happen to those who slander our good behavior in Christ? vs. 16 It is better, if God should will it so, that we suffer for doing what is right rather than for doing what is wrong. (vs.17) Why did Jesus, the "Just", die for us, the "unjust" ones? vs. 18 When Jesus died, but was made alive in the Spirit, where did he go and who did he preach to at that time? vs. 19-20 When we become a baptized believer, it is not the removal of dirt from our flesh on the outside, but it is an appeal to God for a good conscience through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. (vs.21). ... Where is Jesus at right now? vs.22 What has been subjected to Jesus after His resurreciton and ascension into heaven? vs. 22 - Name 3 things This chapter has dealt with how the wife and the husband are to treat one another as well as how all believers should be with others. It is about not returning evil or insult when people slander us and lie about us and things that happen to us from the outside world. We must remember that the Lord is opposed to those who oppose us, but His eyes are toward us and His ears are open to our prayers. Look to the Lord when we are suffering; glory and honor are coming when He comes back for us. Summarize your thoughts for this chapter and post a prayer if you like. Prayer Father God, I pray ...

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