Encouragement in the Church

Posted 12/30/2006 10:59:22 PM

Action, not reaction 1Peter 3

1. Put to practice in marriage 1Pe 3:1-7
   The recipe for a good marriage is based on mutual respect and honor
   
2. Use expanded to body of Christ 1Pe 3:8-13; 1Cor 1:10; 2Cor 13:11; Php 1:27; Col 2:2; 1Pe 3:8
   See notes below on unity
3. Looking to Christ
1. Following His example
2. Fulfilling the purpose of His death

• An example for our proper behavior
• He didn't sin!
• He didn't even mention it!
• So that we might be healed

• Agree
• No divisions
• Made complete
• Same mind
• Same judgment

• Rejoice
• Made complete
• Comforted
• Like-minded
• Live in peace

• One spirit
• One mind
• Striving together

• Encouraged
• Knit together in love

• Harmonious
• Sympathetic
• Brotherly
• Kindhearted
• Humble in spirit
• Giving blessings

All verses in this article