Motivation for Holy Living

Future judgment inspires reverent purity, and past redemption fosters faithful gratitude. This passage explores the character of God—highlighting His holiness, justice, and love—and emphasizes the conduct expected from believers as sojourners, urging them to acknowledge their sin and spiritual citizenship. This understanding of divine justice cultivates a holy fear. Peter goes on to explain the significance of the Son's sacrifice and the overarching plan of the Father, emphasizing how the resurrection empowers hopeful faith. The believer is encouraged to pursue purity and express gratitude in light of God's nature and redemptive work.