Scripture: 1 Peter

To be true to our calling in this world, we must deny the passions that damage us and others, and be marked by a way of life that benefits and wins our community.

Summary Through believing the Good News, you have been inextricably joined into the living house of God, anointed into the royal and holy priesthood, and charged with offering spiritual sacrifices […]

Believers in Christ have hearts made new and pure through the gospel. They are now commanded – and empowered – to love one another fervently!

In light of your staggering salvation, set your hope on the best that is yet to come, and live like it’s really true.

In 1 Peter 1:10-12, Peter makes a statement about the amazing way God has revealed the greatest mystery of all time. That is the mystery of our salvation. After we think about Peter’s statement, I’m convinced you’ll grow in appreciation for this intriguing way that God has built and revealed this mystery so far, and how much more is still ahead!

God has a design for our trials and distresses as believers. Accepting this in faith allows us to see our trials—and Jesus Himself—with new eyes.

Our Father, the Creator and Sustainer of the universe, has given us a new life of hope that is absolutely sure and permanent. This hope is based on the living Lord Jesus Christ, and is a hope we can experience right now and every day, because of God’s unlimited power.

As chosen exiles in this world, believers in Christ will simultaneously experience the hardships of immigrant life along with the privileges of belonging to the King’s family.

If you are in Christ, though you are still at home on Earth, this world is not your home. But as Christ’s purpose was, so is yours: engage the world and give up every ounce you have to extend Christ’s redemption.