1 Peter 1:15
But just as He who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do,
Majority Standard Bible
In The King James Version
But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation;
In Context
14As obedient children, do not conform to the passions of your former ignorance.
16for it is written: “Be holy, because I am holy.”
Cross References
Matthew 5:48Be perfect, therefore, as your Father in heaven is perfect.
Romans 8:28And we know that all things work together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose.
2 Corinthians 7:1Therefore, beloved, since we have these promises, let us cleanse ourselves from everything that defiles body and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.
Philippians 1:27Nevertheless, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in one spirit, contending side by side for the faith of the gospel,
Philippians 3:14I press on toward the goal to win the prize of God’s heavenly calling in Christ Jesus.
1 Thessalonians 2:12encouraging you, comforting you, and urging you to walk in a manner worthy of God, who calls you into His own kingdom and glory.
Matthew Henry on 1 Peter 1:14-24
Sobriety and Holiness; Exhortation to Brotherly Love. ( a. d. 66.) 13 Wherefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and hope to the end for the grace that is to be brought unto you at the revelation of Jesus Christ; 14 As obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the former lusts in your ignorance: 15 But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation; 16 Because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy. 17 And if ye call on the Father, who without respect of… Read the whole commentary →