1 Peter 4:10
Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.
1 Peter 4:10 NIV
Context
1 Peter 4 NIV
Therefore, since Christ suffered in his body, arm yourselves also with the same attitude, because whoever suffers in the body is done with sin. 2 As a result, they do not live the rest of their earthly lives for evil human desires, but rather for the will of God. 3 For you have spent enough time in the past doing what pagans choose to do—living in debauchery, lust, drunkenness, orgies, carousing and detestable idolatry. 4 They are surprised that you do not join them in their reckless, wild living, and they heap abuse on you. 5 But they will have to give account to him who is ready to judge the living and the dead. 6 For this is the reason the gospel was preached even to those who are now dead, so that they might be judged according to human standards in regard to the body, but live according to God in regard to the spirit.
7 The end of all things is near. Therefore be alert and of sober mind so that you may pray. 8 Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. 9 Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling. 10 Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. 11 If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks the very words of God. If anyone serves, they should do so with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To him be the glory and the power for ever and ever. Amen.
12 Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. 13 But rejoice inasmuch as you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed. 14 If you are insulted because of the name of Christ, you are blessed, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you. 15 If you suffer, it should not be as a murderer or thief or any other kind of criminal, or even as a meddler. 16 However, if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but praise God that you bear that name. 17 For it is time for judgment to begin with God’s household; and if it begins with us, what will the outcome be for those who do not obey the gospel of God? 18 And,
“If it is hard for the righteous to be saved,
what will become of the ungodly and the sinner?”[a]
19 So then, those who suffer according to God’s will should commit themselves to their faithful Creator and continue to do good.
Footnotes
Devotional
Peter doesn't say some have received a gift. He says each one. That means you. God has placed something in you that He intends to use for His purposes. You may not know exactly what your spiritual gift is yet. You may not feel particularly gifted. You may look at someone else and think, “I could never do what they do.” But God isn't asking you to do what He gave someone else to do. He has uniquely equipped you. Your personality, your experiences, your abilities, your testimony, and your spiritual gifts are all part of the story God is writing through your life. The gift isn't ultimately about you. It's about what God wants to do through you. You don't have to stand on a platform to be used by God. You may encourage someone. Serve someone. Teach someone. Give to someone. Pray for someone. Help someone. Lead someone. Show mercy to someone. There are no insignificant people in the body of Christ. There are no spectators. God has given you something, and He wants you to use it.
Reflect
Prayer
Lord, thank You for giving me something that You can use. Help me recognize what You have placed in me. Show me how my gifts, abilities, experiences, and testimony can become a blessing to others. Keep me from believing that I have nothing to offer. I surrender what You have given me back to You. Use me for Your glory. Amen.
1 Peter 4 NIV
Therefore, since Christ suffered in his body, arm yourselves also with the same attitude, because whoever suffers in the body is done with sin. 2 As a result, they do not live the rest of their earthly lives for evil human desires, but rather for the will of God. 3 For you have spent enough time in the past doing what pagans choose to do—living in debauchery, lust, drunkenness, orgies, carousing and detestable idolatry. 4 They are surprised that you do not join them in their reckless, wild living, and they heap abuse on you. 5 But they will have to give account to him who is ready to judge the living and the dead. 6 For this is the reason the gospel was preached even to those who are now dead, so that they might be judged according to human standards in regard to the body, but live according to God in regard to the spirit.
7 The end of all things is near. Therefore be alert and of sober mind so that you may pray. 8 Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. 9 Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling. 10 Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. 11 If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks the very words of God. If anyone serves, they should do so with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To him be the glory and the power for ever and ever. Amen.
12 Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. 13 But rejoice inasmuch as you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed. 14 If you are insulted because of the name of Christ, you are blessed, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you. 15 If you suffer, it should not be as a murderer or thief or any other kind of criminal, or even as a meddler. 16 However, if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but praise God that you bear that name. 17 For it is time for judgment to begin with God’s household; and if it begins with us, what will the outcome be for those who do not obey the gospel of God? 18 And,
“If it is hard for the righteous to be saved,
what will become of the ungodly and the sinner?”[a]
19 So then, those who suffer according to God’s will should commit themselves to their faithful Creator and continue to do good.
Footnotes
- 1 Peter 4:18 Prov. 11:31 (see Septuagint)
Devotional
Peter doesn't say some have received a gift. He says each one. That means you. God has placed something in you that He intends to use for His purposes. You may not know exactly what your spiritual gift is yet. You may not feel particularly gifted. You may look at someone else and think, “I could never do what they do.” But God isn't asking you to do what He gave someone else to do. He has uniquely equipped you. Your personality, your experiences, your abilities, your testimony, and your spiritual gifts are all part of the story God is writing through your life. The gift isn't ultimately about you. It's about what God wants to do through you. You don't have to stand on a platform to be used by God. You may encourage someone. Serve someone. Teach someone. Give to someone. Pray for someone. Help someone. Lead someone. Show mercy to someone. There are no insignificant people in the body of Christ. There are no spectators. God has given you something, and He wants you to use it.
Reflect
- What abilities or spiritual gifts do I believe God has placed in me?
- Who has God placed around me that could be blessed by what He has given me?
- Am I using what God has given me, or am I simply admiring it?
Prayer
Lord, thank You for giving me something that You can use. Help me recognize what You have placed in me. Show me how my gifts, abilities, experiences, and testimony can become a blessing to others. Keep me from believing that I have nothing to offer. I surrender what You have given me back to You. Use me for Your glory. Amen.
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