1 Peter 1:4 Meaning
To an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you,
Context Explained
2Elect according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, through sanctification of the Spirit, unto obedience and sprinkling of the blood of Jesus Christ: Grace unto you, and peace, be multiplied.
3Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,
4To an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you,
5Who are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.
6Wherein ye greatly rejoice, though now for a season, if need be, ye are in heaviness through manifold temptations:
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Related Cross References
Romans 8:17
Both verses affirm that believers are heirs of God, sharing in Christ's inheritance.
Hebrews 9:15
This verse discusses the eternal inheritance secured through Christ's death, similar to Peter's message.
Revelation 21:4
Both verses provide hope for a future free from decay and corruption.
Source: 1 Peter 1:4