1Pe 1:8-9 | MHM | STEP | v. 8 : Peter praises these Christians for their faith in Jesus, even though they have never seen him. They trust in Jesus, love him, and this brings them great joy—joy that is so wonderful it cannot be described. True faith leads to a deep love for Christ and a joy that is full of glory, even in hard times (1 Peter 1:8; Habakkuk 3:18 ).

‏ 1 Peter 1:8-9

v. 8: Peter praises these Christians for their faith in Jesus, even though they have never seen him. They trust in Jesus, love him, and this brings them great joy—joy that is so wonderful it cannot be described. True faith leads to a deep love for Christ and a joy that is full of glory, even in hard times (1 Peter 1:8; Habakkuk 3:18 ^a).

v. 9: By trusting in Jesus, they are receiving the goal of their faith: the salvation of their souls. This salvation begins now and continues forever. Even though they lose things in this world, they are gaining eternal life, which is the best prize of all .