The Cornerstone

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The Cornerstone

September 8, 2024 • Andrew Cullen • 1 Peter 2:4–10

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- Malice, deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and slander divide.

- Our oneness reveals God’s holiness.

- Jesus is the living hope, word, and stone.

- Sacrifices are how we respond to salvation.

- Scripture interprets Scripture.

- Jesus is the cornerstone of salvation.

- God’s people declare God’s praises.

Participating with Christ in Suffering

November 17, 2024 • Andrew Cullen • 1 Peter 4:12–19

- Suffering is expected for Christians. - “Christian” was used as a legal charge. - The Spirit is our Advocate on earth. - Christians will be vindicated in heaven. - Suffering is expected for leaders. (1) Expectations. (2) Busyness. (3) Weight. - Leadership is hard work because it’s heavy work. - To fully know Christ, we must suffer with Him.

Steward What God Gives

November 10, 2024 • Andrew Cullen • 1 Peter 4:1–11

- Blasphemy is saying something that is not true. - The end of all things is only bad news if you do not believe the good news. - A steward is someone who has authority and responsibility for something that belongs to someone else. 1. Steward His gift(s). 2. Steward His Word. 3. Steward His strength. 4. Steward the opportunity.

Saved through Water

November 3, 2024 • Andrew Cullen • 1 Peter 3:19–22

1. Be holy. 2. Be ready. 3. Be thankful. - God redeemed the image of water. - Baptism reenacts the gospel and identifies us with Christ. 4. Be hopeful. - Christ has triumphed over his enemies.