1 Peter 3:15-17 [New International version]
15 But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect,
16 keeping a clear conscience, so that those who speak maliciously against your good behavior in Christ may be ashamed of their slander.
17 For it is better, if it is God’s will, to suffer for doing good than for doing evil.
These verses are sobering, and thought-provoking. When someone asks about your faith, what do you say? When they question the reason for your hope in Christ, how do you answer? Are you prepared for those questions?
This scripture also makes it clear we are to answer with gentleness, kindness and respect – not mocking or looking down on others, but showing by our spirit the true love of Christ.
The beloved hymn below also reminds us that we don’t need to have all the answers… there are many things we won’t understand perfectly until we reach eternity. But it IS important that we know the One in whom we believe, and are persuaded that He is able to keep us, and save us, because Jesus shed his blood for our sins.
“Dear Heavenly Father, help us to cling to Your hand today, and to trust in the leading of Your spirit. We ask You to strengthen our faith, and give us the right words that would help instill faith in others. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.”
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