1Pe 4:12 | JFB | STEP | 12. strange-- they might think it strange that God should allow His chosen children to be sore tried. fiery trial-- like the fire by which metals are tested and their dross removed. The Greek adds, "in your case." which is to try you-- Greek, "which is taking place for a trial to you." Instead of its "happening to you" as some strange and untoward chance, it "is taking place" with the gracious design of trying you; God has a wise design in it--a consolatory reflection.

‏ 1 Peter 4:12

12. strange--they might think it strange that God should allow His chosen children to be sore tried.

fiery trial--like the fire by which metals are tested and their dross removed. The Greek adds, "in your case."

which is to try you--Greek, "which is taking place for a trial to you." Instead of its "happening to you" as some strange and untoward chance, it "is taking place" with the gracious design of trying you; God has a wise design in it--a consolatory reflection.