1 Peter 4 continues the theme of suffering from the previous chapter. Peter is telling us not to be surprised by our suffering. It is to be expected. Because Christ suffered, and we are following Christ, we will suffer as well. We need to have the same attitude towards suffering that Jesus did. And yet, in the midst of it, we need to continue to live out our calling. He tells us to keep praying, keep loving our people, keep opening up our homes, and keep exercising our spiritual gifts. Don't be surprised at suffering. Don't let it paralyze you. And don't let it stop you from living out your calling.
