having observed your pure behavior accompanied by fear. Truth to Learn The pure lifestyle of a God-fearing woman is a thing of wonder to behold. Behind the Words The phrase, “having observed” comes from the Greek word epopteuō, which is a compound of epi, meaning “on” or “upon” and...
1 Peter 2:12 – For His Glory
having your behavior good among the Gentiles, that when they speak against you as evildoers, they may, by your good works which they observe, glorify God in the day of inspection. Truth to Learn Our good behavior will bring glory to God. Behind the Words “Behavior” is translated from...
1 Peter 1:17 – Impartial Judgment
And if you call on the Father, who without partiality judges according to each one's work, conduct yourselves in fear during the time of your stay here on earth; Truth to Learn The way we live reflects how we really feel about God. Behind the Words “Without partiality” comes...
1 Peter 1:15 – Shedding Grave Clothes
but like the Holy One who called you, be holy yourselves also in all your conduct, Truth to Learn We are commanded to become set-apart from sin and the world system. Behind the Words The word “holy” is translated from hagios. The root of this word refers to that...
Ephesians 4:22 – Lose the Old Man
that you put off, concerning your former behavior, the old man which grows corrupt according to the deceitful lusts, Truth to Learn Christians need to deny the desires of their sin nature. Behind the Words The words “put off” are translated from apotithēmi, which is made up of apo,...
James 3:13 – Wise Teacher
Who is wise and knowledgeable among you? Let him show his works by his good behavior, in meekness of wisdom. Truth to Learn Many who desire to be teachers don’t qualify. But it’s not due to lack of knowledge or understanding. Behind the Words “Wise” is translated from the Greek...
Ephesians 4:22 – Lose the Old Man
that you put off, concerning your former conduct, the old man which grows corrupt according to the deceitful lusts, Truth to Learn Christians need to deny the desires of their sin nature. Behind the Words The words “put off” are translated from apotithēmi, which is made up of apo, meaning...