“The Greatness of the Gospel” from 1 Peter 1:10-12. You can listen to the sermon here.

Sermon Review

1 Peter 1:10-12 reveals four truths about the gospel:

1. The gospel reminds believers of the privilege it is to know Christ.
2. The gospel gives certainty in the midst of uncertainty.
3. The gospel reminds us that following Christ means suffering, then glory.
4. The gospel is the good news that someone suffered for you.

For Further Study

1. Read Luke 24:13-49. What do Jesus’ words to his disciples teach us about interpreting the Old Testament (see especially verses 25-27 and 44-47)?
2. How does this affect your understanding of a passage like Genesis 22, for example?

For Personal Reflection

1. Read through 1 Peter 1:3-12 again. List all of the ways Peter gives hope to suffering Christians.
2. Which of these ways is most comforting to you in the midst of trials? Why?