May Grace and Peace Be Multiplied to You 1 Peter 1:1-2
Themes in 1 Peter Christians are strangers and aliens Christians are chosen people Christians are “family” Christians should expect suffering
How does grace and peace get multiplied to you? You are a special group in God’s eyes
What is an exile? Not an immigrant Spiritual immigrants place their concern for making a comfortable life in the world instead of representing God.
What is an exile? Not an immigrant Not a tourist Spiritual tourists fail to interact with their world, thus they have no lasting impact.
What is an exile? Spiritual exiles plant their life here on earth but retain the character of heaven.
How does grace and peace get multiplied to you? You are a special group in God’s eyes The Trinity is involved in your salvation The Father is the source The Holy Spirit is the means Christ enables obedience