1Pe 3:22 | MHM | STEP | v. 22 : The blessing of baptism comes from what Jesus did—His resurrection from the dead. Jesus had to die and rise again so that believers can have hope. Baptism connects us to Jesus’ death and resurrection, helping us leave sin behind and live a new life. Peter says, “Baptism now saves us” (Acts 2:38; 22:16 ). But simply being baptized on the outside is not enough; there must also be a good conscience and a changed life. Even infants, like in Old Testament circumcision (Romans 2:29 ), can be brought into God’s family through baptism, unless Jesus has clearly forbidden it. v. 23 : After speaking about Jesus’ death and resurrection, Peter reminds believers that Jesus also ascended to heaven and now sits at the right hand of God (1 Peter 3:22 ). This is meant to comfort Christians who suffer. If Jesus was honored after His suffering, His followers can also hope for glory after hard times. Jesus now rules with the highest power. Angels and all spiritual powers obey Him (Acts 1:9-11; Mark 16:19 ). He intercedes for His people, prepares a place for them in heaven, and sends the Holy Spirit to help them (John 17:5; 16:7 ). All authority belongs to Jesus, and this is a great hope for every Christian.

‏ 1 Peter 3:22

v. 22: The blessing of baptism comes from what Jesus did—His resurrection from the dead. Jesus had to die and rise again so that believers can have hope. Baptism connects us to Jesus’ death and resurrection, helping us leave sin behind and live a new life. Peter says, “Baptism now saves us” (Acts 2:38; 22:16 ^a). But simply being baptized on the outside is not enough; there must also be a good conscience and a changed life. Even infants, like in Old Testament circumcision (Romans 2:29 ^b), can be brought into God’s family through baptism, unless Jesus has clearly forbidden it.

v. 23: After speaking about Jesus’ death and resurrection, Peter reminds believers that Jesus also ascended to heaven and now sits at the right hand of God (1 Peter 3:22 ^c). This is meant to comfort Christians who suffer. If Jesus was honored after His suffering, His followers can also hope for glory after hard times. Jesus now rules with the highest power. Angels and all spiritual powers obey Him (Acts 1:9-11; Mark 16:19 ^d). He intercedes for His people, prepares a place for them in heaven, and sends the Holy Spirit to help them (John 17:5; 16:7 ^e). All authority belongs to Jesus, and this is a great hope for every Christian.