Today we finish reading 1 Peter in our Bible reading plan. 1 Peter 5:8 says, “Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same kinds of suffering are being experienced by your brotherhood throughout the world. … More The God of All Grace
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, … More October 25 1 Peter 5:8-14
Today we come to 1 Peter 5:1-7. Here is John Piper in a sermon, “Are You Humble Enough to Be Care-free?” Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, for he cares for you. –1 Peter 5:6-7 Did … More Humble yourselves . . . casting your anxieties on God
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 … More October 24 1 Peter 5:1-7
Therefore let those who suffer according to God’s will entrust their souls to a faithful Creator while doing good. (1 Peter 4:19, read verses 12-19 today) 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 … More “How would I ever have the strength and courage to die for Christ?”
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 … More October 23 1 Peter 4:12-19
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 … More Intentional holiness
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 … More October 22 1 Peter 4:1-11
In our Bible reading plan, we come to 1 Peter 3:13-22. Verses 14-15 say, “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 … More Picture this text as a sandwich
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 … More October 21 1 Peter 3:13-22
