October 25 1 Peter 5:8-14 (ESV) 8 Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. 9 Resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same kinds of suffering are being experienced by your brotherhood throughout the world. 10 And after you have suffered a little while, [...]
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October 25 1 Peter 5:8-14
Posted: October 25, 2011 by Pam Larson in 1 Peter, Bible Passages, October Bible ReadingsTags: 1 Peter, Bible, Bible daily, Bible reading, Bible study, daily Bible, October 25 1 Peter 5:8-14, October Bible Readings, Scripture
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Piper: “undue worry about your future is probably a form of pride.”
Posted: October 24, 2011 by Pam Larson in 1 Peter, Devotionals/Commentaries, OctoberTags: 1 Peter, anxiety, Bible, Bible daily, Bible reading, Bible study, daily Bible, don't be anxious, Dr. John Piper, humble yourself, humility, Piper: "undue worry about your future is probably a form of pride.", pride, Scripture
John Piper, in a sermon, “Are You Humble Enough to Be Care-free?” Did you notice (in the NASB) the grammatical connection between [1Peter] verses 6 and 7? “Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you at the proper time, 7 casting all your anxiety upon Him, because He cares [...]
October 24 1 Peter 5:1-7
Posted: October 24, 2011 by Pam Larson in 1 Peter, Bible Passages, October Bible ReadingsTags: 1 Peter, Bible, Bible daily, Bible reading, Bible study, daily Bible, October 24 1 Peter 5:1-7, October Bible Readings, Scripture
October 24 1 Peter 5:1-7 (ESV) Shepherd the Flock of God 5:1 So I exhort the elders among you, as a fellow elder and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, as well as a partaker in the glory that is going to be revealed: 2 shepherd the flock of God that is among you, exercising [...]
Strength to live and strength to die
Posted: October 23, 2011 by Pam Larson in 1 Peter, Devotionals/Commentaries, OctoberTags: Strength to live and strength to die
Therefore let those who suffer according to God’s will entrust their souls to a faithful Creator while doing good. (1 Peter 4:19 ESV) In the introduction to his sermon, “The Holy Spirit Will Help You Die,” John Piper gives two examples of martyrs and then says: I think it is very important for every one [...]
October 23 1 Peter 4:12-19
Posted: October 23, 2011 by Pam Larson in 1 Peter, Bible Passages, October Bible ReadingsTags: 1 Peter, Bible, Bible daily, Bible reading, Bible study, daily Bible, October Bible Readings, Scripture
October 23 1 Peter 4:12-19 (ESV) Suffering as a Christian 12 Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. 13 But rejoice insofar as you share Christ’s sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when his glory is [...]
You won’t become holy by osmosis
Posted: October 22, 2011 by Pam Larson in 1 Peter, Devotionals/Commentaries, OctoberTags: 1 Peter, Bible, Bible daily, Bible reading, Bible study, daily Bible, Scripture, Steven Cole, You won’t become holy by osmosis
Since therefore Christ suffered in the flesh,arm yourselves with the same way of thinking, for whoever has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin, so as to live for the rest of the time in the flesh no longer for human passions but for the will of God. For the time that is past [...]
October 22 1 Peter 4:1-11
Posted: October 22, 2011 by Pam Larson in 1 Peter, Bible Passages, October Bible ReadingsTags: 1 Peter, Bible, Bible daily, Bible reading, Bible study, daily Bible, October 22 1 Peter 4:1-11, October Bible Readings, Scripture
October 22 1 Peter 4:1-11 (ESV) Stewards of God’s Grace 4:1 Since therefore Christ suffered in the flesh, [1] arm yourselves with the same way of thinking, for whoever has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin, 2 so as to live for the rest of the time in the flesh no longer for human [...]
Recipe for a Hopeful Sandwich
Posted: October 21, 2011 by Pam Larson in 1 Peter, Devotionals/Commentaries, OctoberTags: 1 Peter, Bible, Bible daily, Bible reading, Bible study, daily Bible, Dr. John Piper, hope, Recipe for a Hopeful Sandwich, reverance, Reverance Sandwich Please, Scripture
1 Peter 3:14-15 But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake, you will be blessed. Have no fear of them, nor be troubled, but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; [...]
October 21 1 Peter 3:13-22
Posted: October 21, 2011 by Pam Larson in 1 Peter, Bible Passages, October Bible ReadingsTags: 1 Peter, Bible, Bible daily, Bible reading, Bible study, daily Bible, October 21 1 Peter 3:13-22, October Bible Readings, Scripture
October 21 1 Peter 3:13-22 (ESV) 13 Now who is there to harm you if you are zealous for what is good? 14 But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake, you will be blessed. Have no fear of them, nor be troubled, 15 but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared [...]
Go on trusting…and blessing.
Posted: October 20, 2011 by Pam Larson in 1 Peter, Devotionals/Commentaries, OctoberTags: 1 Peter, Bible, Bible daily, Bible reading, Bible study, daily Bible, Dr. John Piper, future grace, Go on trusting...and blessing., means of grace, Scripture, Trusting God
Finally, all of you, have unity of mind, sympathy, brotherly love, a tender heart, and a humble mind. Do not repay evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary, bless, for to this you were called, that you may obtain a blessing. (1 Peter 3:8-9) John Piper, in a sermon, “Your Calling [...]
