Living With the End in Mind

Resistance and Restoration

Main Idea: We can weather the storm, because we know who reigns. · We can lower ourselves knowing who builds us up. · We can keep watch knowing who is watching over us. · We can fight in our weakness knowing who is our strength. Scripture References: 1 Peter 5: 6-14, Philippians 4:6, Revelation 12:17, 2 Corinthians 10:3-6, Romans 12:20-21, Acts 19:15, John 3:30

Sheep Need a Shepherd-1 Peter 5:1-5

1 Peter 5:1-5 Main Idea: Suffering sheep need shepherds who reflect the Good Shepherd. Truth 1: Suffering sheep need shepherds who are present. Warning 1: Beware the shepherd who doesn't smell like sheep. Truth 2: Suffering sheep need shepherds who serve willingly. Warning 2: Beware the shepherd who only does what's required. Truth 3: Suffering sheep need shepherds who care more about people than profit. Warning 3: Beware the shepherd whose care is contingent upon compensation. Truth 4: Suffering sheep need shepherds worth following. Warning 4: Beware the shepherd who doesn't practice what he preaches. Scripture References: 1 Peter 5:1-5 Philippians 1:21-25 1 Corinthians 9:9,11,14 1 Timothy 5:17 1 Corinthians 11:1 James 3:1

Refining Starts with the Redeemed- 1 Peter 4:12-19

Main Idea: God uses the fire of suffering to refine His people and prepare them for glory. Main Question: How should we understand and respond to God's refining fire? * Since our God is refiner, we shouldn't be surprised by the fire. * SInce God is preparing you for Glory, you can sacrifice momentary comfort for Eternal satisfaction. * Since God is both the Judge and the Refiner, we must learn to discern the fire. * Since our God is faithful, we can trust Him in the midst of the fire.

Living With the End in Mind

Main Idea: When you see the end clearly, you live in the present differently. Main Question: How does seeing the end clearly affect how we live now? > You stop living for sin and start living for God. > You stop drifting and start living with urgency. >You stop serving yourself and start serving others.

Suffering for the Right Reasons 1 Peter

1 Peter 3:13-22 Main Question: How should we respond when we suffer for righteousness sake? -We must shift our perspective heavenward. -We must fear dishonoring God more than we fear displeasing man. -We must hold fast to integrity, even when is cost us. Main Idea: We can persevere in suffering for righteousness sake because Christ has already secured the victory. Scripture References: 1 Peter 3:13-22 Matthew 5:11-12 Luke 6:26 Galatians 1:10 Matthew 10:28 Colossians 2:15