I Peter - Called Out Of Darkness
The word called is used 5 times in First Peter
Called - refers to:
a. the Lord calling us up by name - hearing the voice of the Lord
b. an invitation - rsvp - not forced to do anything
c. it speaks of our entire Christian life
Where we live....our jobs...our spouse...our church
We are called out of darkness and into light - 1 Peter 2:9
Purpose is only found in Jesus Christ our creator
Provision is connected to purpose
Purpose is the key to fulfillment
Purpose is always associated with redemption - 1 Peter 2:9
Called Out of Darkness
Pastor Bill Strayer
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