Book: I Am N

I Peter 1:1-9

We must continue to live as Christians.

• II Peter 1:5-11

• We can’t turn and run in the face of persecution.

• II Peter 3:17-18

• I Peter 2:13-16, 19-20 – Do right to silence foolish men.

• I Peter 3:15 – This verse was written to people under persecution!

• I Peter 5:2-3 – These people were under persecution. They were to keep serving and not fold under pressure.

We can’t please everyone, so focus on pleasing God!

• Luke 19:5-8 – Zaccheus and grumblers

• Studies show that ministers are often afraid of offending those who come to them for help and advice.

• Isaiah 30:9-11 – These people didn’t want to hear God!

• Acts 5:27-29 – The apostles decided to obey God rather than men.

• I Peter 2:17-19 – Be submissive even to those who are unreasonable.

• James 4:1-8

• Pleasing God must be our priority.