1 Peter 3:9-15 

1Pe 3:9 Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing. Peter teaches us here the same things he learned from the Lord.  This is the reminder to turn the other cheek and overcome evil with love.  It’s especially important among church members to go the extra mile in overlooking the minor issues which can quickly be flamed into devouring fires.  

but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing. Do you inherit a blessing when you are obedient to those things that feed the spirit instead of the flesh?  This is truly casting our bread upon the waters so they will return after many days.   

1Pe 3:10  For he that will love life, and see good days, let him refrain his tongue from evil, and his lips that they speak no guile:  Eph 6:2 Honour thy father and mother; (which is the first commandment with promise;) 

One of the hardest lessons for most people is how to tame the tongue.  (James 3:5) Learning to refrain the tongue from evil will extend one’s life.

1Pe 3:11 Let him eschew evil, and do good; let him seek peace, and ensue it.

Good wins over evil not only in eternity, but also here in time, and those who seek peace shall find it and enjoy better days than those who do not.

1Pe 3:12 For the eyes of the Lord are over the righteous, and his ears are open unto their prayers: but the face of the Lord is against them that do evil. 

Jhn 9:31 Now we know that God heareth not sinners: but if any man be a worshipper of God, and doeth his will, him he heareth. 

What a great reminder that the ever present Lord watches over His people.  His eyes are over the righteous and his ears are open to their prayers.  How we should learn to properly pray, and pray for His will given that information.  And on the opposing side, the face of the Lord is against them that do evil. 

1Pe 3:13 And who is he that will harm you, if ye be followers of that which is good?  For every situation, there is a variable that can change it.  We know we aren’t blessed to lie on clouds of ease throughout our life, and we know that time and chance happens to us all, (Ecc 9:11) but keeping our walk as possible close to the Lord will go far to keep trouble out of our lives.  

1Pe 3:14 But and if ye suffer for righteousness' sake, happy are ye: and be not afraid of their terror, neither be troubled; But and if. Should circumstances come upon us that we must suffer, it’s better to have such as a result of a righteous cause, rather than to suffer because of our participation in an evil endeavor.   

1Pe 3:15 But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear:  When a child of God walks in the spirit, it’s visibly evident to others.  Those children of God who are seeking answers or are newly born again will have a commonality with you that they cannot explain or immediately understand.  Perhaps they are seeking to serve God; maybe they are being pulled to service or are searching for the righteousness that is revealed from faith to faith that will testify with their spirit.  It is to these individuals we are to be ready to give an answer should they inquire about our hope.   

with meekness and fear:  That’s not directed as much at your answer, but at their attitude in asking.  If someone were to brazenly confront you demanding why you seem to have hope in your life, you can be sure that person does not desire your answer to find a way to honor God.  However, from our perspective, guiding one searching for answers is an endeavor we might approach cautiously.  Considering the importance of such a task, meekness and fear applies in both directions.