Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19
Don’t be surprised
- Beloved – believers, church family
- Fiery trials – test for authenticity
- Trials – faith tests from God
- Temptations – evil desire to sin
Rejoice
- Rejoice and be glad
- Trials produce steadfastness
- Steadfastness brings perfection and completion
- Maturity = Christlikeness
Glorify God
- God’s glory will rest on you
- Don’t be ashamed or embarrassed
- Glorify God through your response
Biblical Worldview Resources
Time for Judgment
- Are we suffering for our own sins?
- Are you ashamed of Jesus?
- Is your life attractive to unbelievers?
Trust God
- Trust God in our trials
- Trust God with our soul
Do good
- Living righteously
- Living according to God’s will
- Obeying God’s Word
Hope is found only in Jesus Christ
Like last week’s sermon, Peter was again speaking to believers in today’s passage. To the beloved – the Church. Are you part of that family? God offers the gift of salvation through His Son Jesus Christ who died on the cross for our sins and rose again bringing eternal life and peace with God to all who trust Him as Savior. Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved. It’s sounds simple, but becoming a follower means giving your life back to Him as His servant. Our only real hope in this world is found in knowing Jesus Christ.
Have you personally trusted in Christ as your Savior? I encourage you to do that today. Contact me at the church and come talk to me. (Pastor Mark)
Take Aways
Believers, are surprised by suffering and trials?
Do you rejoice in trials and see God’s hand at work in your life?
In what areas of your life are you obeying and honoring God?
In what areas do you need to submit to God’s Word and obey Him?
In what areas of your life are you obeying and honoring God?
In what areas do you need to submit to God’s Word and obey Him?
