1 Peter: How to Live in a Spiritually Hostile World

The Refiner's Fire | 1 Peter 1:1-12

September 26, 2021 • Pastor Keith Krell • 1 Peter 1:1–12

Why can we praise God in the midst of suffering? Peter explains that our perspective will make or break us in the midst of our trials.

Hope Happens | 1 Peter 1:13-21

October 3, 2021 • Pastor Keith Krell • 1 Peter 1:13–21

How do we find hope in a hostile world? It all comes down to where you look.

Rolling Stones | 1 Peter 1:22-2:10

October 10, 2021 • Pastor Keith Krell • 1 Peter 1:22—2:10

What’s our identity and passion for life? The apostle Peter challenges us to know who we are: Our identity will make or break us!

Mirror Christianity | 1 Peter 2:11-17

October 17, 2021 • Pastor Keith Krell • 1 Peter 2:11–17

Spiritually speaking, when you look in the mirror, what do you see? When we as a church look in the mirror, what do we see? Peter commands us to exhibit Christlikeness to an onlooking world through our conduct.

Workplace Grace | 1 Peter 2:18-25

October 24, 2021 • Pastor Keith Krell • 1 Peter 2:18–25

How do you respond when you encounter unjust suffering at work? Peter gives two reasons you can honor God in the midst of injustice.

Harmonious Habitations | 1 Peter 3:1-12

November 7, 2021 • Pastor Keith Krell • 1 Peter 3:1–12

How would your relationships change if you followed God’s directions? The apostle Peter lays down divine directions for wives, husbands, and Christians. His goal is for God's people to experience blessing in the midst of suffering.

Strength in Suffering | 1 Peter 3:13-4:6

November 14, 2021 • Pastor Keith Krell • 1 Peter 3:13—4:6

How can we live as spiritual soldiers? Peter gives us three marching orders to suffer well and achieve our mission in a spiritually hostile world.

In-N-Out Church | 1 Peter 4:7-11

November 21, 2021 • Pastor Keith Krell • 1 Peter 4:7–11

How should we operate in these dark and hostile days? What should we prioritize and emphasize? In 1 Peter 4:7–11, the apostle uses the nearness of Christ’s return as a motivation for simple, but excellent church.

Grief Now, Glory Later! | 1 Peter 4:12-19

November 28, 2021 • Pastor Keith Krell • 1 Peter 4:12–19

First Peter 4:12–19 is the apex of the apostle's teaching on suffering. Peter answers the question: How can we suffer well? He then offers four words of advice to process our pain so that we can finish our race.

A Few Good Men | 1 Peter 5:1-5a

December 5, 2021 • Pastor Keith Krell • 1 Peter 5:1–5

Is it really true that “Everything rises and falls on leadership”? Peter answers this question in the affirmative. In a mere 4½ verses, he issues three expectations to ensure a healthy church.

The End is in Sight | 1 Peter 5:5b-14

December 12, 2021 • Pastor Keith Krell • 1 Peter 5:5–14

How can we survive and even thrive in a spiritually hostile world? In 1 Peter 5:5b–14, Peter closes with three final action points that will help us thrive.

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