Peter knows that, like him, we all stumble. We all get knocked down and fooled by the crafty, schemes and counterfeit truths of the Devil. But when we trust in The LORD for help and forgiveness, we can experience the true grace of God. (1 Peter 5:8-14)
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How should the local church function when it is sensing that the world around is unfriendly, harsh or even antagonistic towards the Christian faith? With Biblical leaders, humble followers and a focus on better times ahead as we live in God’s loving care! (1 Peter 5:1-7)
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In this text Peter gives us five reasons for God’s people to rejoice, even in the midst in suffering. (1 Peter 4:12-19)
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In this text Peter teaches us to aim for big things by means of the smallest obedience. There are four specific duties that Peter calls Christ followers to — in light of his significant goal of magnifying the glory of God in our midst. (1 Peter 4:7-11)
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This section of text from 1 Peter reminds us that God will call us to be obedient to Him and sometimes it will lead to suffering. May we remember when that happens, that He is working out His purposes in our lives, and that we can actually find benefit in our suffering. (1 Peter 4:1-6)
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In the midst of the twists and turns of life many of us know we are to be a blessing to those who mistreat us. But what does that really look like? And why is it so important that we do this? In thus text Peter shares that our suffering may actually be the opportunity God has given us to display the life of Jesus more fully than we ever realized we could. (1 Peter 3:8-22)
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This message addresses marriage, as well as other significant relationships in our life, and how our faith and standing as citizens of God’s kingdom should shape those relationships. Specifically the theme is submission within these relationships. (1 Peter 3:1-7)
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In this text Peter exhorts the believer – whether a citizen under an oppressive government or a slave under an oppressive master – toward Gospel-centered submission, in such a way that points our oppressors toward Jesus and brings glory to God’s name. (1 Peter 2:13-25)
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Nick and Lindale Adams have served in Zimbabwe for nearly 30 years with A to Z Christian Mission. Their focus is on training up church leaders within local churches and teaching Bible classes in local public high schools.
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Christians are called to be different… different in such a way that we make a difference in a world that is broken, rebellious and in decay. What does it look like to be a faith community that is surrounded by those who are opposed to the things of God? (1 Peter 2:1-12)
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