1 Peter3:8-12 "Finally, all of you...." It's interesting how there are no exceptions to some things. In these verses we are reminded that there is only one God-ordained standard in how we treat others. It is really a call to humility. If you align each of the characteristics mentioned under humility they are achievable. This reminds me of two statements either made about Jesus or made by him. Phil.2:3 says "Do nothing from rivalry or conceit, but in humility count others as more significant than yourselves. (2:5) Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus." Mat.20:28 "...the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many." The servant's heart is a humble heart. Romans 12:9 is a passage with some similarities to this. It begins, "Let love be genuine...." 1 Pet3:9 goes onto say that we are called to bless..."that you may obtain a blessing." A few phrases later he concludes "For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and his ears are open to their prayer." Our treatment of others will either open or close God's ears. That's worth considering!
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