1 Peter 4:11 bbe — If anyone has anything to say, let it be as the words of God; if anyone has the desire to be the servant of others, let…

Bible in Basic English

"If anyone has anything to say, let it be as the words of God; if anyone has the desire to be the servant of others, let him do it in the strength which is given by God; so that in all things God may have the glory through Jesus Christ, whose are the glory and the power for ever."

— 1 Peter 4:11, Bible in Basic English

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1 Peter 4:11 in Other Translations

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  • KJV

    “If any man speak, let him speak as the oracles of God; if any man minister, let him do it as of the ability which God giveth: that God in all things may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom be praise and dominion for ever and ever. Amen.”

  • ASV

    “if any man speaketh, speaking as it were oracles of God; if any man ministereth, ministering as of the strength which God supplieth: that in all things God may be glorified through Jesus Christ, whose is the glory and the dominion for ever and ever. Amen. ”

  • WEB

    “If anyone speaks, let it be as it were the very words of God. If anyone serves, let it be as of the strength which God supplies, that in all things God may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom belong the glory and the dominion forever and ever. Amen.”

1 Peter 4 — Context

8

And most of all be warm in your love for one another; because in love there is forgiveness for sins without number:

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Keep open house for all with a glad heart;

10

Making distribution among one another of whatever has been given to you, like true servants of the unmeasured grace of God;

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If anyone has anything to say, let it be as the words of God; if anyone has the desire to be the servant of others, let him do it in the strength which is given by God; so that in all things God may have the glory through Jesus Christ, whose are the glory and the power for ever.

12

Dear brothers, do not be surprised, as if it was something strange, if your faith is tested as by fire:

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But be glad that you are given a part in the pains of Christ; so that at the revelation of his glory you may have great joy.

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If men say evil things of you because of the name of Christ, happy are you; for the Spirit of glory and of God is resting on you.

1 Peter 4:11 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Peter 4:11 say?
1 Peter 4:11 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “If anyone has anything to say, let it be as the words of God; if anyone has the desire to be the servant of others, let him do it in the strength which is given by God; so that in all things God may have the glory through Jesus Christ, whose are the glory and the power for ever.”
Where is 1 Peter 4:11 in the Bible?
1 Peter 4:11 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Peter, chapter 4, verse 11.
Who wrote 1 Peter?
1 Peter is traditionally attributed to Peter the Apostle. It was written c. AD 62–64.
What is the book of 1 Peter about?
Peter writes to "elect exiles" suffering for their faith, anchoring them in a living hope, an incorruptible inheritance, and the example of Christ who suffered for them. The letter teaches believers how to live well as strangers in a hostile world.
What are the major themes of 1 Peter?
1 Peter explores themes including Suffering, Living Hope, Holiness, Submission, Shepherding. These themes shape the meaning and context of 1 Peter 4:11.
What translation should I read 1 Peter 4:11 in?
1 Peter 4:11 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 1 Peter 4:11?
1 Peter 4:11 reads (BBE): “If anyone has anything to say, let it be as the words of God; if anyone has the desire to be the servant of others, let him do it in the strength which is given by God; so that in all things God may have the glory through Jesus Christ, whose are the glory and the power for ever.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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