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It’s a Matter of Interpretation

09 24 I Peter 3:19-20 Scholars consider this passage to be one of the most controversial in the New Testament.  Yet we can discover some truth in it that draws us to consider Christ once again.  Two compelling truths emerge.  The first is that Christ died for us to bring us to God.  There is only one way to be saved.  The second is that judgment can happen at any time.  The question is: are you ready? The invitation has been made.

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Christ is Essential

09 17 I Peter 3:18 In the previous verses Peter instructs his hearers to be a good example even in suffering so that others will look at their godly character and ask them about the hope they have.  In verse 18 Peter once again lets us know who the ultimate example of suffering for doing good and why He suffered – to die for our sins and bring us to God.  We find in this verse that His death was essential.

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Help For The Tongue-TIed

09 10 I Peter 3:15 How do we not fear what others fear and give an answer for the hope that is in us?  Peter provides an answer.  “Set apart Christ as Lord in your hearts.”  It means to give Him total control, first place in your heart.  When He is Lord of your life, you will be ready to give an answer for the hope in you.  You will also fear what man can do.  It’s a matter of our heart, our hope, our humility.  People need the Lord.

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Our Response in Suffering

09 03 I Peter 3:13-17 Peter encourages us with some wisdom on how to respond to suffering and why it’s important.  Godly character in suffering gives us a great opportunity to respond to the hope that we have when we are asked.  Can you defend your faith?

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