10202019 Pain with a Purpose: The Gracious Plan of God 1 Peter 5:12-14

Pain with a Purpose: God’s Theology on Suffering 1 Peter Big Idea of 1 Peter: God allows suffering—physical and emotional pain—in our lives to test and reward the genuineness of our faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. Pain with a Purpose Outline I. The Opening Greeting: God’s True People 1:1-2 II. The Believer’s Hope in Suffering 1:3-2:10 III. The Believer’s Life in Suffering 2:11-4:19 IV. The Role of the Church in the Midst of Suffering 5:1-11 A. The Need for Elders 5;1-4 B. The Need for the Church 5:5-7 C. The Need to Always Be Ready For War 5:8-11 V. Conclusion: The Gracious Plan of God 5:12-14 Pain with a Purpose: The Gracious Plan of God 1 Peter 5:12-14 1 Peter 5:12-14 12  With the help of Silas, whom I regard as a faithful brother, I have written to you briefly, encouraging you and testifying that this is the true grace of God. Stand fast in it. 13  She who is in Babylon, chosen together with you, sends you her greetings, and so does my son Mark. 14  Greet one another with a kiss of love. Peace to all of you who are in Christ. Big Idea While living on earth as citizens of heaven God wants you to know that suffering is a big and necessary part of His gracious plan. Key Question What is God’s Plan of Grace for His People? A. Stand in the True Grace of God 12 Ps 15:1, 4; 1 Peter 5:1; 1:10, 13, 3:7, 4:10; Jude 4, B. Greet One Another 13.14a 1:22, 2:11, 4:8,12, 5:14 C. Peace to All in Christ 14b