An Incorruptible Inheritance
Born again into a living hope through the resurrection.
Peter's greeting to scattered and suffering believers.
The big idea
Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope.
Opening scripture
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope.”
What does “An Incorruptible Inheritance” walk through?
An Incorruptible Inheritance
1 Peter 1:3 · KJV
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope.
In plain English
Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope.
Living in the Light
This passage from 1 Peter reminds us of our eternal hope and daily calling in Christ. Peter's greeting to scattered and suffering believers. As we walk in this truth, our hearts are filled with courage and peace.
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope.”
Pray
Lord Jesus, thank You for the truth of 1 Peter 1:3. Write it upon my heart and let it guide my steps today. Amen.
Write it down
How can you apply 1 Peter 1:3 to your current circumstances?
Go in Faith
May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit today.
Which passages does this journey use?
One passage, drawn from 1 Peter 1:3. Every verse appears here in the King James text with a plain-English line beside it, so you can read it without a commentary open. Allow about 4 minutes for the whole thing, or 4 short sittings.
- 1 Peter 1:3
Read any of these in full on the complete KJV, or look the wording up independently at Blue Letter Bible.
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