1Peter 5:7 provides a powerful solution for the common human problem of anxiety. God simply commands us to "cast" those anxieties from ourselves and onto Himself, our loving Heavenly Father. We can safely trust God with all our problems "because He cares for you."
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Sunday, August 18, 2013
Sunday, August 11, 2013
Humble Yourself
Pride is a major problem in living the Christian life. In 1Peter 5:5-6 the Apostle Peter describes three relationships in which humility is needed: toward elders, toward everyone in the church, and toward God Himself. The passage also gives three strong incentives to pursue greater humility: (1) God is opposed to proud people. (2) God gives grace to humble people. (3) God will exalt the humble in His time.
Sunday, August 4, 2013
Elders Exhorted
The Apostle Peter specifically exhorts church elders. He first describes their work as "shepherding the flock" and "exercising oversight". Then he gives them six specific directions in carrying out these essential activities within the local church.
Sunday, July 28, 2013
Judgment at the Household of God
1Peter 4:17-18 sets forth three weighty, sobering truths: (1) Our salvation involves difficulty, (2) God is bringing judgment upon His people, and (3) God will ultimately punish non-Christians with unimaginable suffering.
Monday, July 22, 2013
Christian Suffering
Christians suffer all manner of hardships, trials, afflictions, and persecution. In this passage in 1Peter 4:12-19, the Word of God provides eight principles for understanding and responding to the difficulties of life.
Sunday, July 14, 2013
Spiritual Gifts
Peter's words in 1Peter 4:10-11 teach us five truths about spiritual gifts: (1) Every Christian has received one or more gifts, (2) The source of all gifts is God's grace, (3) Our gifts should be used to benefit other Christians, (4) Our gifts are empowered by God Himself, and (5) Our gifts should ultimately result in God being glorified.
Sunday, July 7, 2013
Hospitality
In 1Peter 4:9, Christians are exhorted to "be hospitable to one another without complaint". This message examines what hospitality means, a proper attitude in doing it, the benefits it conveys, and practical suggestions for implementing it in our lives.
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