1 Peter 1:6
1 Peter 1:6
Wherein ye greatly rejoice, though now for a season, if need be, ye are in heaviness through manifold temptations:
In this verse, Peter makes a statement regarding our response to this reality. He states that we should rejoice in this. Is that the case? In this context, it is imperative to distinguish the word "rejoice" from the idea of only feeling positive emotions. This "rejoicing" is, therefore, less about feelings than it is about faith. There is less emphasis on maintaining a perfect emotional state and more emphasis on expressing gratitude for what God is doing in our lives at this time. As Peter describes, we were born for glory; we were redeemed for glory, and we were preserved for glory. Furthermore, he reminds us that our sufferings in this temporary and passing life prepare us for our eternal reward. As God's elect, we should rejoice that we are set apart for Him and are being sanctified by His Spirit. Moreover, we should live our lives in obedience to our Lord Jesus Christ. In spite of suffering and distress, our faith allows us to rejoice. Through Jesus Christ, we can rejoice in the midst of trials and losses because we have an unfailing hope for our eternal inheritance and glorious redemption of our bodies.
Isaiah 41:10
Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
Titus 2:5
To be discreet, chaste, keepers at home, good, obedient to their own husbands, that the word of God be not blasphemed.
Galatians 5:25
If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit.
Luke 12:25
And which of you with taking thought can add to his stature one cubit?