1 Peter 4:2
“That he no longer should live the rest of his time in the flesh to the lusts of men, but to the will of God.”
1 Peter 4:2 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- That he no longer should live the rest of his time in the flesh to the lusts of men, but to the will of God.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- That now he may live the rest of his time in the flesh , not after the desires of men, but according to the will of God.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- that ye no longer should live the rest of your time in flesh to the lusts of men, but to the will of God.
- DARBYDarby
- no longer to live the rest of his time in the flesh to men's lusts, but to God's will.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- that you no longer should live the rest of your time in the flesh for the lusts of men, but for the will of God.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- no more in the desires of men, but in the will of God, to live the rest of the time in the flesh;
- BPVBiblePics Version
- This means that you should no longer live the rest of your earthly life following human desires, but instead, live according to the will of God.
Context: 1 Peter 4
1Forasmuch then as Christ hath suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves likewise with the same mind: for he that hath suffered in the flesh hath ceased from sin;
2That he no longer should live the rest of his time in the flesh to the lusts of men, but to the will of God.
3For the time past of our life may suffice us to have wrought the will of the Gentiles, when we walked in lasciviousness, lusts, excess of wine, revellings, banquetings, and abominable idolatries:
4Wherein they think it strange that ye run not with them to the same excess of riot, speaking evil of you:
About 1 Peter 4: Living for God
This chapter encourages readers to live for God, regardless of the cost, and to persevere in their faith. The author also addresses suffering and persecution, encouraging readers to trust in God and to not be ashamed of their faith.
Commentary
In 1 Peter 4, the apostle Peter continues to encourage the believers to live a life of holiness and godliness. He begins by reminding them that they have been called to suffer for the sake of Christ, and that they should not be surprised when they experience trials and tribulations. He then goes on to encourage them to use their suffering as an opportunity to glorify God, and to be patient and steadfast in their faith.