[And the God of all grace,]… will himself restore you …
Summary: We suffer in life and in death. In both cases, God himself will restore us.
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1 Peter 5:8 (b) — Lyin’ Lion
Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour.
Summary: The devil is always seeking to separate God’s chosen from the flock. He does this by distracting us from the Word and from prayer. Our safety is found only in God.
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Cast all your anxiety on him…
Summary: Life offers us an unlimited supply of anxieties. God offers us an unlimited supply of peace. All we have to do is trust him with our worries and anxiety, and let him do the rest.
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“God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.”
Summary: Peter explains why it is important for us to submit to our elders and clothe ourselves with humility. Doing so keeps us on God’s good side and in His good favor.
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…not pursuing dishonest gain, but eager to serve…
Summary: Peter points to a dangerous distraction that tempts some who are shepherds. He wants those who are shepherds to be ”eager to serve.”
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Be shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care, watching over them—
Summary: Peter begins a passage dedicated to helping elders shepherd their flock. Why would he need to remind them of this? Shepherds are people, too.
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And, “If it is hard for the righteous to be saved…
Summary: Paul offers us a challenging thought. Righteousness is not an easy path, it is hard road. For the Christian, this offers us an opportunity to think about what it means to be saved.
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For it is time for judgment to begin with God’s household…
Summary: The word, ”judgment” has many uses. Today we explore how Peter uses it in today’s passage.
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However, if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but praise God that you bear that name.
Summary: Peter warns us about one of the ways the enemy of God tries to make Christians suffer; by shaming them. He also tells us what to do. Praise God!
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But rejoice inasmuch as you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed.
Summary: Just like sports have sports fans, God and Satan have their fans. God invites you to share the joy of His victory over evil.
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