For, "He who would love life, And see good days, Let him keep his tongue from evil, And his lips from speaking deceit.
love life and see good days -- The believer has been granted the legacy to enjoy his life (John 10:10). In this section, Peter gave straightforward advice on how to experience that rich joy and fullness of life, even in the midst of a hostile environment. The requirements of the fulfilled life include a humble, loving attitude towards everyone (1 Peter 3:8), a non-vindictive response toward revilers (1 Peter 3:9), pure and honest speech (1 Peter 3:10), a disdain for sin and pursuit of peace (1 Peter 3:11), and a right motive, i.e., to work the righteousness that pleases the omniscient Lord (1 Peter 3:12; cf. Matthew 5:38-48; Romans 12:14; Romans 12:17; 1 Corinthians 4:12; 1 Corinthians 5:11; 1 Thessalonians 5:15). - MSB