1 Peter 3:11
let him turn away from evil and do good; let him seek peace and pursue it.
English Standard Version (ESV)
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It's not enough to just not do evil; we're called to actively do good in its place. And when it comes to peace, the text uses a word that implies not just finding it, but actively hunting it down and relentlessly chasing after it.
Peter is writing to encourage believers who are facing suffering and persecution. He's just urged them not to retaliate against their enemies, but to bless those who curse them. This verse is the direct follow-up, outlining the positive actions that should replace a vengeful response.
Understand the original words
kakos · Greek Adjective/Noun
Refers to moral wickedness, corruption, or that which is contrary to God's character and will; it encompasses both sinful deeds and malicious intent.
eirēnē · Greek Noun
The state of wholeness, well-being, and harmony, both between God and man and among people. It represents the wholeness that results from living in right relationship with God.
This Psalm echoes Peter's command, urging us to actively 'turn away from evil and do good' and to 'seek peace and pursue it' as a way of life.
Matthew 5:9Jesus himself declares the 'peacemakers' blessed, directly aligning with Peter's call to 'seek peace and pursue it', showing that active pursuit of peace is a mark of God's people.
Romans 12:18Paul's instruction to 'live peaceably with all' emphasizes the continuous, active pursuit that Peter calls for, even when it's difficult.
1 John 3:10This passage contrasts those who practice righteousness and love with those who hate, highlighting the 'do good' aspect of Peter's command as a fundamental identifier of God's children.
It's not enough to just not do evil; we're called to actively do good in its place. And when it comes to peace, the text uses a word that implies not just finding it, but actively hunting it down and relentlessly chasing after it.
Peter is writing to encourage believers who are facing suffering and persecution. He's just urged them not to retaliate against their enemies, but to bless those who curse them. This verse is the direct follow-up, outlining the positive actions that should replace a vengeful response.
Peter is writing to encourage believers who are facing suffering and persecution. He's just urged them not to retaliate against their enemies, but to bless those who curse them. This verse is the direct follow-up, outlining the positive actions that should replace a vengeful response.
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"let him turn away from evil and do good; let him seek peace and pursue it." — It's not enough to just not do evil; we're called to actively do good in its place. And when it comes to peace, the text uses a word that implies not just finding it, but actively hunting it down…
