1 Peter 4:15
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for 1 Peter 4:15 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
1 Peter 4:15 is a verse from the book of 1 Peter in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "But let none of you suffer as a murderer, or as a thief, or as an evildoer, or as a busybody in other men's matters." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
1 Peter 4:15 — KJV
“But let none of you suffer as a murderer, or as a thief, or as an evildoer, or as a busybody in other men's matters.”
— 1 Peter 4:15 (KJV)
1 Peter 4:15 in Context — About the Book of 1 Peter
1 Peter is written to exiles under fire — believers scattered and slandered across Asia Minor. Peter, who once cracked under pressure, now teaches how to stand: a living hope through resurrection, holiness in a hostile culture, and casting all anxiety on the One who cares for you.
Cross-References for 1 Peter 4:15
“I have confidence in you through the Lord, that ye will be none otherwise minded: but he that troubleth you shall bear his judgment, whosoever he be.”
Shares key themes with 1 Peter 4:15: let, none, other
“And said, If thou wilt diligently hearken to the voice of the LORD thy God, and wilt do that which is right in his sight, and wilt give ear to his commandments, and keep all his statutes, I will put none of these diseases upon thee, which I have brought upon the Egyptians: for I am the LORD that healeth thee.”
Shares key themes with 1 Peter 4:15: let, none, men
“And in all things that I have said unto you be circumspect: and make no mention of the name of other gods, neither let it be heard out of thy mouth.”
Shares key themes with 1 Peter 4:15: let, other, men
“Certain men, the children of Belial, are gone out from among you, and have withdrawn the inhabitants of their city, saying, Let us go and serve other gods, which ye have not known; the children...: or, naughty men”
Shares key themes with 1 Peter 4:15: let, other, men
“And the other issued out of the city against them; so they were in the midst of Israel, some on this side, and some on that side: and they smote them, so that they let none of them remain or escape.”
Shares key themes with 1 Peter 4:15: let, none, other
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