Theory question 109
Interpersonal Relationships(a) Highlight the attitude Peter recommended for Christians living among people of other faiths. (b) State two factors that can make Christians turn away from pleasing God.
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(a) Abstain from fleshly passions as aliens and exiles (1 Peter 2:11).
Maintain good conduct so others 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; honour all men (1 Peter 2:16-17).
Do not return evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but bless (1 Peter 3:9).
Do not fear them; be ready to give a reason for your hope with gentleness and respect (1 Peter 3:14-15).
Keep a clear conscience (1 Peter 3:16).
(b) Any two: love of money and pleasure; persecution and fear; bad company; pride; false teaching; lack of prayer and Bible study.
Use 1 Peter 2:11–3:16, then two factors.