1 Peter Overview

Sermon Notes

Welcome, we’re so glad you’re here! This Sunday kicks off our new series where we'll be diving into the book of 1 Peter for the next eight weeks. In today's message, David Leventhal provides a big-picture overview of 1 Peter, focusing on the context that helps us fully grasp the letter. He challenges the church with the central idea of 1 Peter: as God's chosen people, believers are called to endure suffering with hope, following in the footsteps of Christ. Our trials are not in vain—they serve to sanctify us and prepare us for the glory that is to come.

Key Takeaways

Questions that David will be answering:

  • When is the letter written?

  • Where was the letter written from?

  • Why did Peter write the letter?

  • Who was the letter written to, and where from?

Discussion Questions

  • Reflect on when you became an "elect exile" and share your thoughts and feelings as you sit in the overwhelming truth of God's grace on you.

  • Towards the end of the message, David Leventhal showed an image of 1 Peter, highlighting that "your" (plural) is used 53 times. Do you find it challenging to live out your faith alongside others, tending to isolate yourself? If so, what steps can you take to engage more fully in community with fellow believers?

  • The life Christ calls us to is often inconvenient and uncomfortable. We are called to stand out rather than blend in with the world. How can your community group support and hold one another accountable in living out this calling?

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