From the 1 Peter: Living Hope series - Those who follow Christ’s example of submission, even in the face of suffering, will be commended by God.

From the 1 Peter: Living Hope series - An elder’s chief work is to shepherd the flock of God in his care.

From the 1 Peter: Living Hope series - Suffering is a normal part of the Christian life and can bring blessing and lead to the glory of God.

From the 1 Peter: Living Hope series - Because our first allegiance in this world is to God and His Kingdom, we must stand together and be ready to stand apart for our faith.

From the 1 Peter: Living Hope series - Even in the midst of opposition, we can love life and see good days by practicing Christian virtues, trusting Christ when suffering for righteousness’ sake, and especially trusting the Christ who suffered to bring us to God.

From the 1 Peter: Living Hope series - Wife, subject yourself to your husband’s leadership. Husband, live with your wife in an understanding way. And to both, do so for the Lord’s sake!

From the 1 Peter: Living Hope series - To live honorably, Peter calls his readers to submit to governing authorities, silence ignorance with virtue, and use their freedom to serve.

From the 1 Peter: Living Hope series - Christians have the new life that lasts, through the imperishable word of the gospel. We have a life that must be characterized by love, that will be demonstrated by a hunger for more of God and that will find expression in a community of love and worship. All for God’s glory.

From the 1 Peter: Living Hope series - We are called to three things as we follow Christ through hard times: set our hope on grace, imitate God’s holiness, and live in awe of redemption.

From the 1 Peter: Living Hope series - Christians are elect exiles with sustaining faith that is tested and connected to the past.