War, politics, lies, betrayal, the murdering of innocents, our young men and women in uniform dying on a battle field via men of power; takeovers of nations, riots and lawlessness, sin abounding, the church asleep or complacent for the most part; the gospel diluted, and do we even notice? Through all that is going on … Continue reading For Our Nation
False Teachers Among You
2 Peter 2:1-3 BSB (Berean Standard Bible) “Now there were also false prophets among the people, just as there will be false teachers among you. They will secretly introduce destructive heresies, even denying the Master who bought them—bringing swift destruction on themselves. 2Many will follow in their depravity, and because of them the way of … Continue reading False Teachers Among You
God Gives Grace to The Humble
1 Peter 5:5-9 BSB (Berean Standard Bible) “5.. All of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because ‘God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.’ 6Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, so that in due time He may exalt you. 7Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for … Continue reading God Gives Grace to The Humble
Shepherds of God’s Flock
1 Peter 5:1-4 BSB (Berean Standard Bible) “1As a fellow elder, a witness of Christ’s sufferings, and a partaker of the glory to be revealed, I appeal to the elders among you: 2Be shepherds of God’s flock that is among you, watching over them not out of compulsion, but willingly, as God would have you; … Continue reading Shepherds of God’s Flock
Done With Sin!
1 Peter 4:1-5 BSB (Berean Standard Bible) “1Therefore, since Christ suffered in His body, arm yourselves with the same resolve, because anyone who has suffered in his body is done with sin. 2Consequently, he does not live out his remaining time on earth for human passions, but for the will of God. 3For you have … Continue reading Done With Sin!
Water Baptism
1 Peter 3:20-22 BSB (Berean Standard Bible) “20..In the days of Noah while the ark was being built, in the ark a few people, only eight souls, were saved through water. 21And this water symbolizes the baptism that now saves you also—not the removal of dirt from the body, but the pledge of a clear … Continue reading Water Baptism
Suffering for What is Right
1 Peter 3:14-17 BSB (Berean Standard Bible) 14But even if you should suffer for what is right, you are blessed. “Do not fear what they fear; do not be shaken.” 15But in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give a defense to everyone who asks you the reason for the hope … Continue reading Suffering for What is Right
Conduct Yourselves with Honor
1 Peter 2:1-3,9-12 BSB (Berean Standard Bible) “1Rid yourselves, therefore, of all malice, deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and slander. 2Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation, 3now that you have tasted that the Lord is good.” “9But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, … Continue reading Conduct Yourselves with Honor
Because He is Holy
1 Peter 1:13-20 BSB (Berean Standard Bible) 13Therefore prepare your minds for action. Be sober-minded. Set your hope fully on the grace to be given you at the revelation of Jesus Christ. 14As obedient children, do not conform to the passions of your former ignorance. 15But just as He who called you is holy, so … Continue reading Because He is Holy
The Lord is a Shield Around Me
Psalm 3:1-6 BSB (Berean Standard Bible) 1 O LORD, how my foes have increased!How many rise up against me!2Many say of me,“God will not deliver him.”Selah 3But You, O LORD, are a shield around me,my glory, and the One who lifts my head.4To the LORD I cry aloud,and He answers me from His holy mountain.Selah … Continue reading The Lord is a Shield Around Me
Though You Have Not Seen Him
1 Peter 1:8-9 BSB (Berean Standard Bible) “8Though you have not seen Him, you love Him; and though you do not see Him now, you believe in Him and rejoice with an inexpressible and glorious joy, 9now that you are receiving the goal of your faith, the salvation of your souls.” By His Great Mercy … Continue reading Though You Have Not Seen Him
Run With It 