1 Peter 1:17ff Theology Makes a Difference Part Three 1. What we believe should make a difference on the way we look to the future. v.13 “Be hopeful” 2. What we believe should make a difference on the way we live in the present. v.14-16 “Be holy” In verse 17 and following we will see: 3. It should make a difference on the way we feel about … Continue reading 1 Peter 1:17 Outline and Thought Questions
Theology Makes A Difference! part two In verses 1-12 Peter launches into theological orbit discussing doctrines such as election, foreknowledge, regeneration, perseverance of the saints, the relationship between the Old Testament and the New, and even angelology. In verse 13 and following he comes hurtling down to earth showing us the difference this theology should make on our lives. 1. It has got to make a difference on the way we look to the future. v. 13 We need to fix our hope in the grace to be brought to us at the revelation of Jesus Christ. 2. It has … Continue reading 1 Peter 1:14-16 Outline and Thought Questions
The Difference Theology Makes part one 1 Peter 1:13-2:3 It is not unusual to find people thinking of theology as something that is impractical. What you will see very clearly over the next several weeks as we continue our study of 1 Peter is that his attitude is actually just the opposite. In Peter’s mind there could hardly be anything more practical or more relevant. In 1:13-2:3 Peter shows us 5 ways what we believe should change the way we live. In verse 13, we find the first. 1. It should make a difference on the way you think about … Continue reading 1 Peter 1:13 Outline and Thought Questions
Outline Peter’s goal in these verses is to stir us to worship God for the salvation He has provided. He does that that by telling us 5 awesome truths about the salvation God has provided and is providing and will provide for us in Jesus Christ. 1. It is the subject of Old Testament prophecy. 2. It is the interest of Old Testament prophets. 3. It is the fulfillment of Christ’s own prediction. 4. It was revealed in the Old Testament for our benefit. 5. It is the object of the angelic longing. Thought Questions 1. What is the … Continue reading 1 Peter 1:10-12 Outline and Thought Questions
1. Why is Peter’s description of believers surprising? Are there are other passages of Scripture where you see the same paradox? Think Paul. How would the typical unbeliever respond to Peter’s statement and why? Can you think of examples from church history of individuals who lived what Peter says out? Do you believe it is possible for you to rejoice in the middle of suffering? 2. What were some of the trials these believers were experiencing? How do people normally respond in the middle of trials like these? Yet, what kind of joy is Peter describing these people as experiencing? … Continue reading 1 Peter 1:6-9 Thought Questions
1. How do people often feel about God after they suffer for doing right? What are some typical kinds of things they might say? 2. What is Peter’s attitude towards God as he begins this letter? How do you know that? 3. What reasons do we discover in verses 3-5 that Peter is excited about God in the middle of his suffering? If you had to express the main point of these verses in one sentence, how would you put it? 4. What does it mean to be born again? Finish this sentence, the fact that I am born again means … Continue reading 1 Peter 1:3-5 Thought Questions
Why is perspective important? What role does your perspective on a situation play in your response to that situation? What is the purpose of Peter’s greeting? Where is his focus? What does Peter mean when he calls the believer’s aliens? What does this term teach us about the nature of our lives here on earth? Can you think of any other passages in Scriptures that speak of believer’s this way? What is the importance of thinking of yourself as a stranger here on earth? What are the priorities of a person who is living as if this world was his … Continue reading 1 Peter 1:1 and 2 Thought Questions
We are beginning a study of 1 Peter on Sunday evenings. I am going to try to post thought questions on a week by week basis. Here’s the first. Introduction to 1 Peter Putting the Truth to Work Questions 1. What is the book of 1 Peter about? How could you prove that from the text itself? Give examples. What question is Peter answering? 2. What were some of the specific challenges the people to whom Peter was writing were facing? 3. After a tour of the United States, the German pastor and theologian Helmut Thielicke was asked what he … Continue reading Introduction to 1 Peter Thought Questions
It’s helpful to stop on a regular basis and think about what God is doing in your life. I’d encourage you to ask yourself the following questions, then get together with your husband, wife or friend and talk about your answers. 1.) What Scripture has God been using to teach you lately? What spiritual truth is He teaching you? 2.) What are some of the ways God has answered prayers in your life lately? What specific things are you thankful to God about? 3.) What has caused you to shout out, “God you are great” recently? 4.) Is there something … Continue reading Soul Searching Questions…
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