Here are the discussion questions that accompany my message, "Exile Community," which is the final part of our series "Exiles" on the book of 1 Peter. This study walks through 1 Peter 5. We conclude our series, “Exiles,” on 1 Peter by looking at chapter 5. Begin your study in prayer, asking God to speak into your …
Exile Community
This past weekend at Eastbrook Church I concluded our series "Exiles: A Study of 1 Peter" by looking at chapter 5. I spent a good deal of time talking about the first four verses which offer the distinctive exile understanding of leadership. You can watch the message here or subscribe to our audio podcast, following along with the …
Occupied with Suffering (discussion questions)
Here are the discussion questions that accompany my message, "Occupied with Suffering," which is part of our series "Exiles" on the book of 1 Peter. This study walks through 1 Peter 4:12-19. Have you ever personally experienced or heard about someone else suffering for their faith? What happened? “Exiles” continues as we look at 1 Peter 4:12-19. …
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Occupied with Suffering
What is a Christ-centered perspective on our suffering? That question was the focus of my message, "Occupied with Suffering," this past weekend at Eastbrook Church as I continued our series, "Exiles: A Study of 1 Peter." Suffering is a theme of Peter's letter, but he brings it into sharp focus with 1 Peter 4:12-19 by exploring the significance and approach …
Hidden Victory within Suffering (discussion questions)
Here are the discussion questions that accompany my message, "Hidden Victory within Suffering," which is part of our series "Exiles" on the book of 1 Peter. This study walks through 1 Peter 3:13-22. When have you seen God use difficult circumstances in your life to show you or others more about who He is? What …
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Matthew Erickson 