Hope in Exile
Trinity Friends and Family,
I am THRILLED to explore the incredible book of 1 Peter with you. This is easily one of my top 10 favorite books of the Bible. The apostle Peter wrote this letter to Christians who were suffering persecution—probably under the Roman Emperor Nero (A.D. 54–68), in the land that is now modern-day Türkiye. He wrote them to instruct and encourage Christians to live as elect exiles. How were they to do that? By seeing their present suffering as part of God’s plan for future glory. Through this letter, we learn that while we too will suffer, we do so with hope—by placing our faith in Jesus Christ who suffered and was resurrected.
Love,
Pastor Joel
Helpful Links:
Pastor Joel: An Overview of the Book of 1 Peter
The Bible Project: The Book of 1 Peter
Family Liturgies
As we walk together as a church family, we recognize how difficult it can be to follow Jesus in the midst of busy, distracted lives. Family Liturgies offer a simple weekly rhythm of Scripture, catechism, and reflection that carries Sunday’s teaching into the week, helping households slow down, notice God’s presence, and allow Jesus to shape the culture of their home over time.
Series Library
01 | Born Again to a Living Hope! 1 Peter 1:3-9
02 | Holy People Part 1: 1 Peter 1:1-2; 10-21
03 | Holy People Part 2: 1 Peter 1:22-2:10
04 | Submission to Authority: 1 Peter 2:11-25
05 | Husbands and Wives: 1 Peter 3:1-7
06 | Suffering for Righteousness: 1 Peter 3:8-22
07 | Stewards of Grace: 1 Peter 4:1-11
08 | Sharing Christ's Sufferings: 1 Peter 4:12-19
09 | Shepherds and the Chief Shepherd: 1 Peter 5:1-14