1 Peter 1
True Love is Easily Seen
Our love for God is demonstrated by our loving the brethren (v.22). An example of this is found in I John 4:20-21. Love toward God is hard to measure, however love toward the brethren is easily seen. This love is to be a “fervent†love which is real and not …
The Blood that sets us Free
There were over 60 million slaves in the Roman empire at the time Peter was writing this letter. A slave could purchase his freedom if he had the money and if his master was willing to set him free. Also, someone else could pay the price, thus redeeming them, so he could go free. Redemption …
Living a Disciplined Life in Christ
Charles Spurgeon used to say, “Little faith will take your soul to heaven, but great faith will bring heaven to your soul.” Peter urged his readers to apply love, faith and rejoicing so they could experience some of heaven’s glory now amid suffering. Obedience to God amid trials prepares us …