In reading Peter's Epistles we can see him mindful of the Lord's words to him- -when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren.- Luke 22-32 - When he was recovered and restored from Satan's sieve he was to minister to those similarly tried.--In beginning this first Epistle, he states to these brethren what God had done for them and acknowledges the needful trial of their faith and then gives practical advice whereby they will be kept by the power of God through faith by the word of God. --1- -Wherefore- - The reason the advice is given-2- The practical advice to the Lord's tried people--This sermon was preached at Ebenezer Baptist Chapel Hastings in East Sussex.