1 Peter - Living As Strangers September 15, 2024 What do you do when life feels unsettled… when faith puts you out of step with the world around you? The book of 1 Peter speaks directly to that tension. Written to believers scattered and suffering, it reminds us of a powerful truth: you may feel like you don’t belong—but in Christ, you do. In this series, we’ll discover what it means to live as “elect exiles”—people chosen by God, set apart by His Spirit, and anchored in a living hope. Join us as we learn how your identity in Christ can transform how you face pressure, pain, and everyday life. In This Series September 15, 2024 Who You Are In Christ - 1 Peter 1:1-2 In this eye-opening passage of the Bible, we explore how pain and discomfort can serve as powerful reminders of our true identity as "ele... September 22, 2024 What To Pack for a Hard Journey Discover the transformative power of Gospel perspective as we explore the profound truth that Christians are born for living hope in a wo... September 29, 2024 Be What You Are 1 Peter 1:13-2:3 In this powerful passage, we explore the transformative message of 1 Peter, discovering what it means to live as foreigners in this world... October 6, 2024 Built in Community As followers of Christ, we are never alone in our struggles. Drawing from 1 Peter, we discover that Jesus himself went before us, experie... October 13, 2024 Be on Your Best Behavior – 1 Peter 2:11-20 In this powerful sermon by elder John Leavitt, we explore what it means to live as "foreigners and exiles" in a world that often opposes ... October 20, 2024 The Gift of Pain: Finding Purpose in Discomfort 1 Peter 2:21-3:7 In this thought-provoking section of 1 Peter, we explore the counterintuitive idea that pain and discomfort can be gifts from God, servin... October 27, 2024 Blessed Living in a Broken World - 1 Peter 3:8-11 Explore how Christians can live distinctively in everyday life, guided by the wisdom of 1 Peter. This sermon unpacks Peter's powerful met... November 3, 2024 Two ways of Living 1 Peter 4:1-11 Explore how embracing your identity as a Christian 'exile' can transform your daily life. This powerful sermon delves into 1 Peter 4:1-11... November 10, 2024 Unexpected Rejoicing in Suffering 1 Peter 4:12-19 This message tackles the tension between trusting a loving God and experiencing pain, offering biblical perspective on God's purposes in ... November 17, 2024 Message: How He Leads, How We Follow 1 Peter 5:1-5 This week we look at 1 Peter 5:1-5, focusing on how Christians can support each other in the challenging task of trusting God and doing g... November 24, 2024 The King Restores 1 Peter 5:6-14 JESUS IS KING. This morning we examines 1 Peter 5:6-14, addressing how believers can navigate a broken world while belonging to God...