6.11.17 I Peter 3:18-22

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LOOK:

Since Peter did not tell us what Jesus proclaimed to these imprisoned spirits, we know it could NOT be a message of redemption since angels cannot be saved (Heb. 2:16). It was probably a declaration of victory over Satan and his hosts (see Col. 2:15; 1 Peter 3:22.) But the main point Peter wanted to emphasize was Christ’s complete victory over all “angels and authorities and powers” (1 Peter 3:22), referring to the evil hosts of Satan (Eph. 6:10–12; Col. 2:15). The unfallen angels were always subject to Him.

6.4.17 I Peter 3:15-18

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LOOK:

To keep a clear conscience, let’s stay engaged with the Word of God that allows His light to shine on our conscience. Let’s spend time in prayer and fellowship with Him and our brotherhood. When the Holy Spirit convicts us of sin, let’s be quick to repent.

5.28.17 I Peter 3:13-15

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LOOK:

When Jesus Christ is Lord of our lives, each crisis becomes an opportunity for witness. We are “ready always to give an answer.” Every Christian should be able to give a reasoned defense of his hope in Christ, especially in hopeless situations. A crisis creates the opportunity for witness when a believer behaves with faith and hope, because the unbelievers will then sit up and take notice. Let’s be ready to give an answer!

5.21.17 I Peter 3:10-12

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LOOK:

A “good day” for the believer who “loves life” is not one in which he is pampered and sheltered, but one in which he experiences God’s help and blessing because of life’s problems and trials. It is a day in which he magnifies the Lord (Ps. 34:1–3), experiences answers to prayer (Ps. 34:4–7), tastes the goodness of God (Ps. 34:8), and senses the nearness of God (Ps. 34:18).

The next time you think you are having a “bad day,” and you hate life, read Psalm 34 and you may discover you are really having a “good day” to the glory of God!

4.23.17 I Peter 3:8-9

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LOOK:

Love is a recurring theme in Peter’s letters, not only God’s love for us, but also our love for others. We should begin with love for God’s people, evidenced by unity of mind, compassion, tenderness of heart toward others, and loving our enemies.