The purpose of ministry (1 Peter 1-11)

 

The Purpose of Ministry

1 Peter 1-11

1-2 Who we are?

We are God’s chosen people (1 Peter 1:15)

Sealed by the Holy Spirit (Romans 8:23)

Cleansed by Jesus’s blood, (1 Peter 1:2)

Living as foreigners / pilgrims (Hebrews 11:9)

We have obeyed the gospel. (Romans 1:16)

3-5 Why are we here?

We praise God because of his great mercy

Having been born again because Jesus Christ has been raised from the dead.

We rest entirely by faith in Jesus Christ as we await the fullness of our redemption. (Colossians 3:3)

6-9 Where are we?

We endure testing and trials in a hostile world with great joy, proving our faith is genuine while we await the return of our Lord Jesus Christ when we will experience the fullness of our salvation as well as rewards for having overcome various trials. (James 1:12)

Character, calling, and conduct of the Apostle Peter

• Peter was married (Mark 1:29-31)

• Peter was called to follow Christ (Mark 1:16-17)

• Peter was set apart as an apostle (Mathew 10:2)

• Peter was given a new name (John 1:42)

• Peter was unlearned (Acts 4:13)

• Peter calls disciples pilgrims (1 Peter 1:1)

• Peter referred to Rome as Babylon (1 Peter 5:13)

• Peter taught seperation (2 Peter 3:11)

• Peter glorified his Lord (John 21:18)

Plan and Purpose

• Exalting the Lord

• Equipping the Saints

• Evangelizing the Lost