TEACHING NOTE SUMMARY FOR ACTS OF THE APOSTLES

Lesson 28 - New Life In A Living Hope

Focal Point:
"Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ!
In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope
through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead"
1 Peter 1:3

God's Elect Receive New Birth to Live in Joyful Hope Through Faith

1 Peter 1: 1 - 12


Principle


The Is No Greater Joy than Knowing You Are Saved by Christ

What evidence of joyful hope do other see in me?

God's Elect Are Commanded to be Holy

1 Peter 1:13 - 2:3


Principle


We Are To Be Holy Because God Is Holy

Have I considered what my eternal destiny is?

God's Elect Are Privileged Whose Foundation is Christ the Cornerstone

1 Peter 2:4 - 12


Principle


Privileges Always Carry Responsibilities With Them

What do I need to begin doing today to turn from sin and consecrate myself to God?

God's Elect Are to Submit to Authorities Following Christ's Example

1 Peter 2:13 - 25


Principle


Christians Submit to Authority Because Christ Submitted to Authority

How does my attitude and response to human authorities compare with the example of Jesus?