New Sunday Night series – 1 Peter
Finding Hope Amidst Chaos
Have you heard any good news lately? With headlines filled with tragedy and turmoil, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and discouraged. From violent crimes and job losses to international conflicts, the world seems to be in chaos. Amidst this backdrop, it’s crucial to remember that our faith offers a beacon of hope.
In the midst of such negativity, the message of 1 Peter in the Bible stands out remarkably. Warren Wiersbe’s “Be Series” highlights the theme of 1 Peter as “BE HOPEFUL.” This epistle encourages us to find our living hope through a living Saviour, reminding us of the inheritance we have to look forward to and the enduring nature of God’s word.
The letter of 1 Peter was written to early Christians living under the oppressive rule of the Roman Empire, a superpower on the brink of self-destruction. Peter’s words provided encouragement to stand firm in their faith and to find God’s grace amidst trials.
Peter addresses the recipients of his letter as “elect exiles,” a dual identity that resonates with us today. As believers, we are chosen by God and loved deeply, yet we often feel out of place in a world that doesn’t share our values. This tension is an essential part of our spiritual journey, reminding us to build our lives on the solid foundation of Jesus Christ.
Like the leaning Tower of Pisa, which eventually will fall due to its unstable foundation, lives built on anything other than Christ are destined for collapse. As the hymn goes, “On Christ the solid rock I stand, all other ground is sinking sand.”
Let us embrace this hope, knowing that amidst life’s trials and the world’s chaos, our faith in Christ provides us with an unshakeable foundation and a future filled with hope.
Join us each Sunday evening from 6.00 p.m. as we study through the New Testament books of 1 & 2 Peter.