“For, ‘All people are like grass, and all their glory is like the flowers of the field; the grass withers and the flowers fall, but the Word of the Lord endures forever.’ And this is the Word that was preached to you.” 1 Peter 1:24-25
The term “flesh” simply means our unredeemed existence. Bodily life quickly passes, but God’s promises are trustworthy and eternal.
“Withers … falls” … here Peter reminds us of our transitory nature with an OT quote, comparing us to the temporary things of this world – a direct contrast to God’s permanent work and His eternal word.
The “Word that was preached” … a better understanding of this phrase is “the Word, the Gospel which was preached.” Thus, the Good News of Jesus Christ, the Gospel, is that which will last forever.
Even before creation, God knew that mankind would fall into sin, reject His ways, live only for themselves, and lead lives that result in death and separation from Him. In His love, before the world was made, He determined to send His Son, the unblemished Lamb, to be our sacrifice. Now through His Word, He calls us to eternal life, and sets us apart to worship Him and serve our neighbors. God shows us our value.
God’s blessings on your day…