Theory question 109
Interpersonal Relationships(a) What was Peter's advice to Christians living among non-Christians? (b) What three challenges can Christians face among non-Christians?
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(a) As aliens and exiles, abstain from passions of the flesh (1 Peter 2:11).
Maintain good conduct so that Gentiles glorify God (1 Peter 2:12).
Be subject to every human institution (1 Peter 2:13-14).
Silence foolish men by doing right (1 Peter 2:15).
Live as free men but as servants of God (1 Peter 2:16).
Honour all, love the brotherhood, fear God, honour the emperor (1 Peter 2:17).
Do not return evil for evil (1 Peter 3:9).
Always be ready to give a reason for your hope with gentleness and respect (1 Peter 3:15-16).
(b) Any three: persecution; ridicule; pressure to compromise; discrimination; temptation; religious intolerance.
Summarise 1 Peter 2:11–3:16, then three challenges.