1 Peter 5:9 nasb — But resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same experiences of suffering are being accomplished by your breth…

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"But resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same experiences of suffering are being accomplished by your brethren who are in the world."

— 1 Peter 5:9, NASB

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1 Peter 5 — Context

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Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you at the proper time,

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casting all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you.

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Be of sober spirit, be on the alert. Your adversary, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.

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But resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same experiences of suffering are being accomplished by your brethren who are in the world.

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After you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself perfect, confirm, strengthen and establish you.

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To Him be dominion forever and ever. Amen.

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Through Silvanus, our faithful brother (for so I regard him), I have written to you briefly, exhorting and testifying that this is the true grace of God. Stand firm in it!

1 Peter 5:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Peter 5:9 say?
1 Peter 5:9 in the NASB reads: “But resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same experiences of suffering are being accomplished by your brethren who are in the world.”
Where is 1 Peter 5:9 in the Bible?
1 Peter 5:9 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Peter, chapter 5, verse 9.
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 5:9.
What translation should I read 1 Peter 5:9 in?
1 Peter 5:9 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 5:9?
1 Peter 5:9 reads (NASB): “But resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same experiences of suffering are being accomplished by your brethren who are in the world.” 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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