Weekly Sermons
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- Series: 1 Peter Teaching
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- Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-6
This sermon was preached on March 10, 2021 during our Wednesday evening Bible Study.
Soldiers Suffer for Greater Purposes I Peter 4:1-6
No one has greater love than this, that someone would lay down his life for his friends. -John 15:13
Christ’s suffering _______________________ victory over death V. 1a
Believers have a ‘___________________________ death’ to sin, resolving to serve Christ not sin V. 1b
Believers are called to a ‘____________________ death’ to sin, redeeming their time V. 2-3
Unbelievers need to turn to God ____________ their own death V. 4-5
Believers who have died are ___________________________ victory over death V. 6
Suffering in I Peter
Christ’s sufferings led to the glorious redemption of all who will believe
1:11; 3:18; 5:1
Believers should not be surprised by suffering
4:12
Suffering reveals who the genuine believers are
1:3-7
Suffering is temporary compared to the eternal glory that awaits believers
1:3-7; 5:10
Believers who suffer for the right reasons will be rewarded by God
2:20; 3:14, 17; 4:13, 19
Any unjust suffering believers experience will be avenged by God
2:23
Believers should avoid suffering for sinful reasons
4:15
Christ’s godly response amidst His suffering is our example amidst ours
2:21; 4:1
Suffering is an opportunity to glorify God
4:17
Suffering is an opportunity to witness for Christ
3:13-18
Believers aren’t alone in their suffering; other Christians worldwide understand
5:9