Ian Maddock - Sunday, 24 April 2022
Where else have we to go?
Scripture References: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Psalms 119:89-96
From Series: "Dead Guys and Gals we should know"
Standing on the Shoulders of Giants Ian Maddock - Guest Speaker
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CloseToday’s verses are written in the context of standing firm as God’s mob in the midst of a world that will persecute, and false teachers that will deceive. It is a remarkably modern context! In this environment, what should God’s mob hold onto? What have God’s mob always held onto? What has God given them—to grow in their understanding, to live steadfast lives reflecting God to the world, to discern deceptive and false teaching, to grow in godliness? It is as simple as this: God has given them his ‘breathed-out’ word—the word that reveals his very nature and so is ‘beneficial’ for everything that God’s people need!
Scripture References: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Psalms 119:89-96
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Standing on the Shoulders of Giants Ian Maddock - Guest Speaker
Ian Maddock
Ian Maddock
Perseverance to the end… this is Peter’s final encouragement as he wraps up his letter to exile believers scattered throughout the world. In the face of persecution and hostility, how are we to remain strong in our discipleship to Jesus and persevere?
Those who lead God’s mob must lead them in such a way that they can follow the template of Jesus, and be sustained in their ‘resolve’ (4:1) to be like Jesus. This takes a leadership that shepherds the sheep in a way that serves, that is humble. Moreover, it also means that those being led are to know that such leaders are to be submitted to – and that all the mob is defined by humility – just like the Chief Shepherd.
If we follow a crucified Saviour, should we expect anything less than the unjust treatment Jesus received? In chapter 4, Peter wants to prepare his readers for a life of discipleship, as following Jesus will have implications. Christians will be persecuted for their faith and suffer as a result. But that shouldn’t take us by surprise nor should we lament when suffering comes upon us as a result of bearing His name, but rather rejoice!
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