The Radical Truth

In today's podcast we will finish up our study on First Peter. We will be looking at verses nine through fourteen which will span such topics as Peter's final points on spiritual warfare to that of suffering, brotherly love and having the peace of God in our lives. Don't miss the conclusion to Peter's stirring letter.

Today will be our final lesson on First Peter 5:8. In this verse on spiritual warfare we will learn the infinite difference between the Kingdom of Heaven and the kingdom of hell. This lesson will certainly challenge you so don't miss it.

In today's lesson we will continue studying First Peter 5:8 which is about spiritual warfare. The topic is not only a popular one, it is important as well. Understanding our spiritual enemy is strategic to overcoming him. But what is of the utmost importance is knowing Jesus. The better we know Christ then the more clearly we will see who the enemy is and the schemes he is working against us. This podcast will be spiritually and mentally invigorating as we continue to make a comparison between God and the devil and see more clearly that there is no God like the Lord.

In today's podcast we will continue studying verse 8 of First Peter chapter five. In this section of Peter's epistle we are focusing upon spiritual warfare. The direction of our lesson today will be upon who our enemy is in this spiritual war. This teaching is sure to prove interesting so don't miss it.

Today we will study just one verse, First Peter 5:8. Out of this verse we will look at two very important subjects having to do with spiritual warfare--self-control and being spiritually alert. This lesson is of tremendous importance for anyone that wants to be a true follower of Jesus and wants to make a difference in this world by doing real spiritual warfare.

In today's lesson we will study First Peter 5:7-8. This is the beginning of Peter's teaching on spiritual warfare and it begins with a right understanding of God's love for us. This is a necessary part of true spiritual warfare because when the battle gets hot we must rest the who God is and of His care for us. This leads into Peter's statement that we must be self-controlled because the devil is like a roaring lion looking to devour people. This point of being self-controlled is of tremendous important because it is one of the fruits of the Spirit as listed in Galatians 5. This podcast will most certainly challenge you so do not miss it.

We will dig into one verse in today's study, First Peter 5:7 reveals two great themes, besides some others that are also very important. The two themes are that the Lord truly cares for us and because He cares, we must cast all our anxieties upon Him. This is a very encouraging message so don't miss it. You can subscribe for free to this podcast by going to my web site at www.ihpministry.com and choose the subscribe button that is for your device. You can also subscribe directly through iTunes or Google Music Play. Just search for my name--Glenn Meldrum.

In the podcast today we will study First Peter 5:5-6. For a portion of the lesson we will be looking again at the subject of pastors but this time we will take a little different approach by focusing on associate and youth pastors. The subjects of humility and pride will be addressed in a powerful way today that relates to all Christians. This is a stirring message, so don't miss it.

In today's study we will be examining First Peter 5:2-4. In these verses Peter is gives some very practical teaching on the pastoral ministry. This topic is of tremendous importance for both pastors and lay Christians as well. One thing that I will address in this lesson is how Christians should treat their pastors. I will also give some helpful admonishments to pastors. This teaching is of immense value to the church in our day so make sure you do not miss this one.

The verses we will study today are found in First Peter 5:1-2. These two verses address the needs of pastors, elders and church leaders. We will learn what Peter meant by an elder and some of the obligations that fall upon those who would be shepherds over God's flock. This message is very important for pastors and church leaders to listen to. But it is also very important for all true believers to hear because it will speak directly to you as well. This message is sure to stir the pot, encourage some thought and make for some rousing discussion.

First Peter 4:18-19 are the verses we will tackle today. Peter is still on the subject of suffering for Jesus and this will take us into a couple of very challenging directions. The first being Peter's statement that it is hard for the righteous to be saved, and then, what the end will be for those who die without Christ. We will also get into the dimension that we are to do good, not only in times of easy and peace, but even in times of great difficulty and persecution. You need to listen to this podcast.

This week in our continuing study on First Peter we will examine verses 16-17 of chapter four. In these two verses we will deal with the very challenging subjects of not being ashamed of Jesus, especially during times of persecution, and that judgment must begin with the family of God. This is a very needed lesson for all true followers of Jesus.

Our lesson today will take us into First Peter 4:12-15. In these verses Peter will address a little more deeply the subject of suffering, but his emphasis will be upon suffering for Jesus. We are told not to be surprised at the fiery trials that comes our way. One important point that the apostle makes about overcoming through our suffering is to have a heart that is filled with gratitude for the salvation Jesus has freely given us. We will close the podcast by applying Peter's practical teaching that all true followers of Jesus should never be guilty of murder, theft, gossip or any kind criminal activity.

Last week we studied First Peter 4:7-9. Verse 7 begins with, "The end of all things is near" and Peter continues his thought through verse 11. We will study verses 10-11 today where he presents a simple, idea that since the end of all things is near we should use our gifts to serve others. So we will look at what it means to serve others through the various gifts that the Lord gives to His people. This is a very necessary lesson for all those who want to obey the Lord's command to love others as Jesus loves us by faithfully serving others.

Today we will study 1 Pe. 4:7 that begins with, “The end of all things is near" and end at verse nine. Peter lays out this idea through the eleventh verse by presenting four things that we should do because the end of all things is near. We will only examine the first three points this week and leave the fourth for our next lesson. These are some challenging issues that are very practical for those who want to be an authentic follower of Jesus. Since the end of all things is near we should want to know how to live prepared and this Peter clearly addresses.