Matthew Henry Commentary 1 Peter 1:13-16

"Wherefore girding up the loins of your mind, be sober and set your hope perfectly on the grace that is to be brought unto you at the revelation of Jesus Christ; as children of obedience, not fashioning yourselves according to your former lusts in [the time of] your ignorance: but like as he who called you is holy, be ye yourselves also holy in all manner of living; because it is written, Ye shall be holy; for I am holy." — 1 Peter 1:13-16 (ASV)

Just as travellers, racers, warriors, and labourers tucked up their long, loose garments to be ready for their work, so Christians should prepare their minds and affections.

Be sober, be watchful against all spiritual dangers and enemies, and be temperate in all behaviour. Be sober-minded in opinion, as well as in practice, and humble in your judgment of yourselves.

A strong and perfect trust in the grace of God is consistent with our best efforts in fulfilling our duty.

Holiness is the desire and duty of every Christian. It must be in all affairs, in every condition, and towards all people.

We must especially watch and pray against the sins to which we are inclined. The written word of God is the surest rule for a Christian's life, and by this rule we are commanded to be holy in every way. God makes those holy whom he saves.