Word finds its expression in the “gospel that has been preached” (euangelisthen, good news that has been announced, declared) to them. 2:1. In view of the transitory quality of human life and the permanence of the divine Word, Peter exhorted believers to change their lifestyle. Instead of giving expression to the elements which characterize carnal nature they should hunger for the Word. They should put away all “malice” (kakian, badness, trouble-making) and all “guile” (dolon, deceit, subtlety)