Bible & Money · Concordance · Book 48 of 52

1 Peter

Updated 2026-07-31 · Sources: 2 · 4 passages · 1 with notes

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1 Peter 1:3-4 (WEB)

3Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to his great mercy caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, 4to an incorruptible and undefiled inheritance that doesn’t fade away, reserved in Heaven for you,

1 Peter 1:3-4 · World English Bible, public domain

An inheritance that cannot perish, spoil or fade - the only fully inflation-proof asset described in scripture.

Themes: Wealth · Character and money · Relationships and money · Inheritance, legacy, and estate · Reading band K3

1 Peter 4:9 (WEB)

Be hospitable to one another without grumbling.

1 Peter 4:9 · World English Bible, public domain

Themes: Generosity, tithing, and firstfruits · Poverty, justice, and care for the poor · Reading band K2

1 Peter 4:10 (WEB)

As each has received a gift, employ it in serving one another, as good managers of the grace of God in its various forms.

1 Peter 4:10 · World English Bible, public domain

Themes: God's ownership and human stewardship · Serving others and creating value · Reading band K3

1 Peter 5:7 (WEB)

casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you.

1 Peter 5:7 · World English Bible, public domain

Themes: Contentment and simplicity · God's ownership and human stewardship · Reading band K1