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An Exile’s Alternative Lifestyle

Bible Text: 1 Peter 4:1–11 | Preacher: Kyle Wells | Series: Living as Exiles

Because God has set us apart as holy, we must be distinct from the world around us.
1 Peter 4:1-11 – Since therefore Christ suffered in the flesh, arm yourselves with the same way of thinking, for whoever has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin, 2 so as to live for the rest of the time in the flesh no longer for human passions but for the will of God. 3 For the time that is past suffices for doing what the Gentiles want to do, living in sensuality, passions, drunkenness, orgies, drinking parties, and lawless idolatry. 4 With respect to this they are surprised when you do not join them in the same flood of debauchery, and they malign you; 5 but they will give account to him who is ready to judge the living and the dead. 6 For this is why the gospel was preached even to those who are dead, that though judged in the flesh the way people are, they might live in the spirit the way God does. 7 The end of all things is at hand; therefore be self-controlled and sober-minded for the sake of your prayers. 8 Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins. 9 Show hospitality to one another without grumbling. 10 As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace: 11 whoever speaks, as one who speaks oracles of God; whoever serves, as one who serves by the strength that God supplies—in order that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ. To him belong glory and dominion forever and ever. Amen.

An Exile’s Witness

Bible Text: 1 Peter 3:8–18 | Preacher: Kyle Wells | Series: Living as Exiles

Because Jesus suffered to bring us to God, we must suffer as he did to bear witness to his person and work.
1 Peter 3:8–18 Finally, all of you, have unity of mind, sympathy, brotherly love, a tender heart, and a humble mind. Do not repay evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary, bless, for to this you were called, that you may obtain a blessing. For

“Whoever desires to love life
and see good days,
let him keep his tongue from evil
and his lips from speaking deceit;
let him turn away from evil and do good;
let him seek peace and pursue it.
For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous,
and his ears are open to their prayer.
But the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.”

Now who is there to harm you if you are zealous for what is good? But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake, you will be blessed. Have no fear of them, nor be troubled, but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect, having a good conscience, so that, when you are slandered, those who revile your good behavior in Christ may be put to shame. For it is better to suffer for doing good, if that should be God’s will, than for doing evil. For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive in the spirit,

An Exile’s Freedom

Bible Text: 1 Peter 2:13–3:7 | Preacher: Kyle Wells | Series: Living as Exiles

Because God has set us free, we must live as servants to all.
Part 1 of service has no video feed, but can be seen here https://youtu.be/4i5jMq1629c

An Exile’s Calling

Bible Text: 1 Peter 2:9–12 | Preacher: Johnathan Keenan | Series: Living as Exiles

Because God has made us a Royal Priesthood and Holy Nation, we must bear witness to him.
1 Peter 2:9–12
9 But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light. 10 Once you were not a people, but now you are God’s people; once you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy. 11 Beloved, I urge you as sojourners and exiles to abstain from the passions of the flesh, which wage war against your soul. 12 Keep your conduct among the Gentiles honorable, so that when they speak against you as evildoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day of visitation.

An Exile’s Worth

Bible Text: 1 Peter 1:13–21 | Preacher: Kyle Wells | Series: Living as Exiles

Because God purchased you with the blood of his Son, you must live as though your life has value.

An Exile’s Hope

Bible Text: 1 Peter 1:3–9 | Preacher: Kyle Wells | Series: Living as Exiles

Because God has secured an incomparable salvation for us, we must praise God in all circumstances.

An Exile’s Anchor

Bible Text: 1 Peter 1:1–2 | Preacher: Kyle Wells | Series: Living as Exiles

Because God sovereignly places his beloved people where he wants them, we can rest in his sovereignty.

Who am I … and What is My People?

Bible Text: 1 Chronicles 29:14 | Preacher: Kyle Wells | Series: Stewardship Sunday

Because God graciously enables us to give, we must embrace the gift of generosity.

Transfiguration

Bible Text: Mark 9:2–13 | Preacher: Paul Ranheim

Hearing God speak and what it means to listen to Jesus.

Epiphany

Bible Text: Matthew 2:1–12 | Preacher: Reed Jolley | Series: Christmas in Matthew

Because true freedom comes from serving a gracious king, we must worship Jesus.