Defending The Faith
Always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear.
1 Peter 3:15
When society attacks, you need to be ready to make a defense. The Greek term for “defense” often referred to a formal defense in a court of law. But Paul also used the word informally to describe his ability to answer anyone who questioned him—not just a judge, magistrate, or governor (Phil 1:16-17). Furthermore, including the word always in today’s verse indicates that you should be prepared to answer in all situations, not just the legal sphere.
Whether in an official setting or informally to anyone who might inquire, you need to be ready to provide an answer about “the hope that is in you” (1 Pet 3:15)—that is, give a description of your Christian faith. You should be able to give a rational explanation of your salvation.
MacArthur, J. (2001). Truth for today : A daily touch of God's grace (Page 120). Nashville, Tenn.: J. Countryman.
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1 Peter 3:15
When society attacks, you need to be ready to make a defense. The Greek term for “defense” often referred to a formal defense in a court of law. But Paul also used the word informally to describe his ability to answer anyone who questioned him—not just a judge, magistrate, or governor (Phil 1:16-17). Furthermore, including the word always in today’s verse indicates that you should be prepared to answer in all situations, not just the legal sphere.
Whether in an official setting or informally to anyone who might inquire, you need to be ready to provide an answer about “the hope that is in you” (1 Pet 3:15)—that is, give a description of your Christian faith. You should be able to give a rational explanation of your salvation.
MacArthur, J. (2001). Truth for today : A daily touch of God's grace (Page 120). Nashville, Tenn.: J. Countryman.
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