1. LIVE WITH ETERNITY IN VIEW
1 Peter 1:4-6
See Hebrews 11:1-3; Ephesians 2:4-6; Colossians 3:1-2;
2. KNOW THAT SUFFERING IS NORMAL
1 Peter 1:6-7
See John 16:33; Job 14:1; Romans 8:16-17
Suffering
- is normal
- shapes us
- brings a song
3. LIVE TO PRAISE AND GLORIFY GOD
1 Peter 1:7-9
4. KNOW HOW PRECIOUS SALVATION IS
1 Peter 1:10-12
See 2 Corinthians 4:7-12; 1:3-4;
CONCLUSION
Where is your joy?
What have trials taught you about your faith?