1 Peter 1:5
"who through faith are shielded by God’s power until the coming of the salvation that is ready to be revealed in the last..." — 1 Peter 1:5 reveals truths about God's character and His purposes. This passage has been a source of comfort, guidance, and inspiration for believers across generations.
“who through faith are shielded by God’s power until the coming of the salvation that is ready to be revealed in the last time.”1 Peter 1:5 (NIV)
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“The Word Became FleshIn the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”
— John 1:1
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1 Peter 1:5 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Peter. This verse comes from chapter 1, which can be read in full at the 1 Peter chapter 1 page. Understanding the surrounding passages helps illuminate the deeper meaning of this verse.
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As you reflect on 1 Peter 1:5, consider how God's truth applies to your current circumstances. Scripture is living and active — it speaks into every season of life. Let this verse shape your thoughts, decisions, and relationships as you walk in faith.
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1 Peter 5:6Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time.
Ephesians 4:18They are darkened in their understanding and separated from the life of God because of the ignorance that is in them due to the hardening of their hearts.
Hebrews 11:25He chose to be mistreated along with the people of God rather than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a short time.
Hebrews 11:32And what more shall I say? I do not have time to tell about Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, David, Samuel and the prophets,
Isaiah 40:2Speak tenderly to Jerusalem, and proclaim to her that her hard service has been completed, that her sin has been paid for, that she has received from the Lord’s hand double for all her sins.
Jeremiah 29:28He has sent this message to us in Babylon: It will be a long time. Therefore build houses and settle down; plant gardens and eat what they produce.’”
John 3:4“How can a man be born when he is old?” Nicodemus asked. “Surely he cannot enter a second time into his mother’s womb to be born!”
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Heavenly Father, thank You for the truth revealed in 1 Peter 1:5. Open my heart to receive Your Word and transform my life. Help me apply this Scripture faithfully and share its hope with others. In Jesus' name, Amen.
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What does 1 Peter 1:5 mean?
"who through faith are shielded by God’s power until the coming of the salvation that is ready to be revealed in the last..." — 1 Peter 1:5 reveals truths about God's character and His purposes. This passage has been a source of comfort, guidance, and inspiration for believers across generations. The original biblical context enriches our understanding of how this verse applies today.
What is the context of 1 Peter 1:5?
1 Peter 1:5 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Peter. This verse comes from chapter 1, which can be read in full at the 1 Peter chapter 1 page. Understanding the surrounding passages helps illuminate the deeper meaning of this verse.
How does 1 Peter 1:5 read in other translations?
1 Peter 1:5 is available in NIV, KJV, ESV, NLT, MSG, and NASB on this page. Open the compare view to read them side by side.