1 Peter: Hopeful Suffering

What Not to Do What To Do When Suffering 1. Don't be Surprised 1. Rejoice for Future Glory & Present Blessings 2. Don't deserve your suffering 2. Remember the future.…
"elder”  =  One who is spiritually older/mature “shepherd/pastor”  =  to feed “bishop/overseer”  =  leading, directing, guiding     A Shepherd’s Job Description: Provision - Feeding- gift of teaching Protection -…
Dangers for Pastors: Working from obligation. Pursuit of money. Laziness Abuse of leadership   Be shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care, serving as overseers—not because you must, but…
I Peter 5:5-7 HUMILITY as it relates to leadership. HUMILITY as it relates to one another. HUMILTY as it relates to God.   If you want a church that functions…
Is the devil really real? Matthew 4:8-11 Ways the devil uses TEMPTATION: He shows you the bait and hides the hook. He gets you to rationalize sin as virtue. He…