Commit to Doing Right

When we commit to doing right, our actions speak louder than words, silencing doubt and showing the reality of God’s truth to the watching world.

“For such is the will of God, that by doing right you silence the ignorance of foolish people.”—1 Peter 2:15 NASB

Peter lived in a time of great change. As the early church grew, he faced rejection, conflicts, and persecution. He learned that, from a spiritual perspective, many people were foolish and guilty of “ignorance.” He used a Greek word that is the root for our English word “agnostic” (referring to those who say they don’t know if God exists).

The world still is filled with foolish and ignorant people who reject the Gospel and don’t believe God’s Word. These people are convinced that they’re right. In fact, they believe that Christians are the ones who are “foolish.”

How do we interact with people like this? Peter argued that we can silence their ignorance by “doing right.” He recognized that the world watches how Christians act—what we do, how we spend our time, and how we treat others.

Peter knew that one of the best ways to demonstrate the truth of the Gospel is through a changed life—through our testimony and conduct.

This principle is taught consistently throughout the Bible. It means endeavoring to do the right thing in every situation—not just saying we believe the Bible, but putting it into practice.

Ask God to help you “do right.” Seek first His Kingdom. Humble yourself and be a servant to others. Seek to be faithful and obedient.

Let God fill you with His Spirit, so you can love others and demonstrate His compassion and power.

Reflection Question: Where is God prompting you to do right—even when it’s difficult?