Seeing Gods Will in our Suffering 1 Pet 4:12-17

1 Peter Seeing God’s Will in our Suffering (1 Peter 4:12-19)

IC@MK Sermon Series

1 Peter 4:12-13 12

Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you.

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But rejoice insofar as you share Christ's sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when his glory is revealed.

1 Peter 4:14-16 14

If you are insulted for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests upon you.

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But let none of you suffer as a murderer or a thief or an evildoer or as a meddler.

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Yet if anyone suffers as a Christian, let him not be ashamed, but let him glorify God in that name.

1 Peter 4:17-19 17

For it is time for judgment to begin at the household of God; and if it begins with us, what will be the outcome for those who do not obey the gospel of God? 18

And "If the righteous is scarcely saved, what will become of the ungodly and the sinner?"

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Therefore let those who suffer according to God's will entrust their souls to a faithful Creator while doing good.

Seeing God’s Will in Our Suffering 1. Suffering is a normal part of faithful Christian living (v 12)

1 Peter 4:12-13 12

Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you.

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But rejoice insofar as you share Christ's sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when his glory is revealed.

1 John 3:13 Do not be surprised, brothers, that the world hates you.

John 15:20 If they persecuted me, they will also persecute you.

2 Timothy 3:12 Indeed, all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted,

Philippians 1:29 For it has been granted to you that for the sake of Christ you should not only believe in him but also suffer for his sake

1 Peter 4:14-16 14

If you are insulted for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests upon you.

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But let none of you suffer as a murderer or a thief or an evildoer or as a meddler.

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Yet if anyone suffers as a Christian, let him not be ashamed, but let him glorify God in that name.

1 Peter 5:9 know that the same kinds of suffering are being experienced by your brotherhood throughout the world.

1 Peter 4:12-13 12

Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you.

13

But rejoice insofar as you share Christ's sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when his glory is revealed.

1 Peter 1:6-7 In this you rejoice, though now for a little while, as was necessary, you have been grieved by various trials, so that the tested genuineness of your faith- more precious than gold that perishes though it is tested by fire- may be found to result in praise and glory and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.

1 Peter 4:17-19 17

For it is time for judgment to begin at the household of God; and if it begins with us, what will be the outcome for those who do not obey the gospel of God? 18

And "If the righteous is scarcely saved, what will become of the ungodly and the sinner?"

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Therefore let those who suffer according to God's will entrust their souls to a faithful Creator while doing good.

Matthew 16:21-23 Jesus began to show his disciples that he must go to Jerusalem and suffer many things from the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and on the third day be raised.

And Peter took him aside and began to rebuke him, saying, "Far be it from you, Lord! This shall never happen to you.“ But he turned and said to Peter, "Get behind me, Satan!

You are a hindrance to me. For you are not setting your mind on the things of God, but on the things of man."

Seeing God’s Will in Our Suffering 1. Suffering is a normal part of faithful Christian living (v12)

2. Suffering like Jesus is a Privilege (13-16)

1 Peter 4:13-14 13

But rejoice insofar as you share Christ's sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when his glory is revealed.

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If you are insulted for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests upon you.

Acts 5:40-41 and when they had called in the apostles, they beat them and charged them not to speak in the name of Jesus, and let them go.

Acts 5:40-41 and when they had called in the apostles, they beat them and charged them not to speak in the name of Jesus, and let them go.

Then they left the presence of the council, rejoicing that they were counted worthy to suffer dishonor for the name.

1 Peter 4:13-14 13

But rejoice insofar as you share Christ's sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when his glory is revealed.

14

If you are insulted for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests upon you.

Philippians 3:10 that I may know him and the power of his resurrection, and may share his sufferings, becoming like him in his death

1 Peter 4:13-14 13

But rejoice insofar as you share Christ's sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when his glory is revealed.

14

If you are insulted for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests upon you.

1 Peter 4:15-16 15

But let none of you suffer as a murderer or a thief or an evildoer or as a meddler.

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Yet if anyone suffers as a Christian, let him not be ashamed, but let him glorify God in that name.

Seeing God’s Will in Our Suffering 1.Suffering is a normal part of faithful Christian living (v12)

2.Suffering like Jesus is a Privilege (v13-16) 3.Suffering prepares us for glory (v17-19)

1 Peter 4:17-19 17

For it is time for judgment to begin at the household of God; and if it begins with us, what will be the outcome for those who do not obey the gospel of God? 18

And "If the righteous is scarcely saved, what will become of the ungodly and the sinner?"

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Therefore let those who suffer according to God's will entrust their souls to a faithful Creator while doing good.

1 Peter 4:12-13 12

Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you.

13

But rejoice insofar as you share Christ's sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when his glory is revealed.

1 Peter 4:17-18 17

For it is time for judgment to begin at the household of God; and if it begins with us, what will be the outcome for those who do not obey the gospel of God? 18

And "If the righteous is scarcely saved, what will become of the ungodly and the sinner?"

[Prov. 11:31]

1 Peter 2:24 He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, that we might die to sin and live to righteousness.

By his wounds you have been healed.

Mark 1:15 The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel.

1 Peter 4:17-19 17

For it is time for judgment to begin at the household of God; and if it begins with us, what will be the outcome for those who do not obey the gospel of God? 18

And "If the righteous is scarcely saved, what will become of the ungodly and the sinner?"

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Therefore let those who suffer according to God's will entrust their souls to a faithful Creator while doing good.

John 1:14 And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.

1 Peter 1:11 inquiring what person or time the Spirit of Christ in them was indicating when he predicted the sufferings of Christ and the subsequent glories.

1 Peter 1:21 who through him are believers in God, who raised him from the dead and gave him glory, so that your faith and hope are in God.

Seeing God’s Will in Our Suffering 1. Suffering is a normal part of faithful Christian living (v12)

2. Suffering like Jesus is a Privilege (v13-16) 3. Suffering prepares us for glory (v17-19)

Christians can rejoice when suffering, because, as with Christ, it is the pathway to glory.

1 Peter 4:12-13 12

Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you.

13

But rejoice insofar as you share Christ's sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when his glory is revealed.

1 Peter 1:6-7 In this you rejoice, though now for a little while, as was necessary, you have been grieved by various trials, so that the tested genuineness of your faith . . . may be found to result in praise and glory and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.

Romans 8:16-17 [we are] heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ, provided we suffer with him in order that we may also be glorified with him.

2 Corinthians 4:17 For this slight momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison,

1 Peter 5:1 So I exhort the elders among you, as a fellow elder and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, as well as a partaker in the glory that is going to be revealed:

1 Peter 5:4 And when the chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the unfading crown of glory.

1 Peter 5:10 And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you.

1 Peter 4:17-19 17

For it is time for judgment to begin at the household of God; and if it begins with us, what will be the outcome for those who do not obey the gospel of God? 18

And "If the righteous is scarcely saved, what will become of the ungodly and the sinner?"

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Therefore let those who suffer according to God's will entrust their souls to a faithful Creator while doing good.