KJV ORIGINAL
That he no longer should live the rest of his time in the flesh to the lusts of men, but to the will of God.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
So you can spend the rest of your life here actually living for what God wants, not just chasing whatever feels good in the moment.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Stop living for temporary highs and start living for what actually matters.
📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?
The Apostle Peter wrote this letter to various Christian communities, likely a mix of Jewish and Gentile believers, scattered across Roman provinces in Asia Minor around the mid-60s CE. It was written to encourage these believers who were facing social hostility and suffering for their faith, urging them to persevere and live righteously amidst their trials.
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