Exile...and Okay | 1 Peter: Different on Purpose

About this episode

This episode explores the theme of being exiles in a world that isn't home, focusing on the message of hope in 1 Peter 1:1-9.

This week, we will be studying 1 Peter 1:1-9 under the theme “Exile…and Okay.” Exiles in a world that isn’t home, Christians endure temporary suffering with a living hope that can never burn, break, or fade. SERIES SUMMARY: Following Jesus makes you different. That difference most commonly and brilliantly shows up when life gets hard. Add St. Marcus as your church on the Church Center App! Fill out our online connection card How can we pray for you?  If you’d like to leave an offering or monetary donation to our ministry please click here.

People in this episode

Host: St Marcus

Topics covered

• exile
• suffering
• hope
• Christianity
• faith
• 1 Peter

Keywords

• exile
• 1 Peter
• Christian suffering
• living hope
• temporary suffering
• faith

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: 1 Peter

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