It’s never been a simple thing, an easy thing, to follow Jesus in this world. The Christians, that the Apostle Peter first wrote his letter to, were Christians who faced daily social challenges because of their faith. Daily rejections. Daily questions. They were scared, persecuted, and unsure. Listen to the words of the Apostle…
Think of your happiest memories. The best day of life. How would you describe “the good life?” It probably doesn’t revolve around making a lot of money or having a big house or looking a certain way. You’re probably thinking of weddings and baptisms and birthdays and a time when your entire family was together.…
Relationships are messy. Do you know someone in your life that is hard to love? An “extra grace” person? The Apostle Peter looks at three relationships that are often difficult and seldom easy. Whether it’s the political arena, the workplace, or our own marriage, Peter says the key to all of our relationships is submission.…