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July 5 2010 at 6:00 am

Living Hope, Part 9

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Josh resumed our series on the book of 1 Peter yesterday with a message titled, “A Word to Wives.”  He preached from 1 Peter 3:1-7, in which the apostle Peter instructs wives on the issues of authority and submission from God’s perspective, and the “adornment” that catches God’s eye.

Here are options for reviewing and applying the message:

  • Listen online or download an MP3.
  • Download the summary outline (in PDF format).
  • Use the questions below for further reflection and application to your life:

1.  Josh drew our attention to pure conduct in the midst of unjust suffering (1 Peter 2:11-25).  How do you typically respond when you are treated unfairly, when you are misunderstood or wrongly judged?


2.  When treated unjustly or inconsiderately, how does entrusting yourself to God enable you to keep a quiet spirit and to glorify God in your conduct?


3.  Wives, what did 1 Peter 3:1-6 teach you about the “honorable conduct” and “good deeds” (1 Peter 2:12) God calls you to in your marriage?


4.  Wives, what aspects of submission are difficult for you?  What is one area of submission in which you can begin to pursue God’s grace for growth and change?


5.  Josh stated, “Clothing and style catch the eye of the world, but a quiet heart catches the eye of God.”  In what ways do you see a preoccupation with clothing, style and outward adornment in your life?  Why is the “imperishable beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit” (1 Peter 3:3) so much better for the believing wife?





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