INTERNATIONAL

FIRST DAY: Read the notes and all references. 1. What was especially helpful to you from the lecture?

Answer these questions, using the Scripture passages given. For challenge questions, you may refer to other passages as well. The questions, of necessity, cannot be based on all translations; so, as far as possible, use the New International Version as a basic text with whatever other version you enjoy using.

DAILY BIBLE STUDY WITH QUESTIONS FOR GROUP DISCUSSION

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2. What thoughts regarding the nature of salvation were new or affirmed by the notes? What changes should you make in your everyday life if you are a saved person?

SECOND DAY: Read 1 Peter 3:17. 3. a. From verse 1, to what does in the same way refer?

b. Why is it important that wives be submissive to their husbands? Do you think verse 3 means that a woman should not wear jewelry or braid her hair? Why or why not?

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4. In what ways are women weaker than men, and why is it important for men to respect their wives? THIRD DAY: Read 1 Peter 3:822. 5. a. From verses 89, list several desirable characteristics for Christians in dealing with each other. Which one would you like God to develop in you? b. List the benefits of Christlike behavior found in verses 912. 6. Read verses 1317. In your own words, state how a Christian should respond when called upon to suffer for righteousness sake. 7. (Challenge) Verses 1920 have various interpretations as to who the spirits in prison were. Be prepared to discuss your thoughts with your group, remembering that there may be no perfect answer given. FOURTH DAY: Read 1 Peter 4. 8. (Personal) Can you describe how some physical suffering you have experienced has helped you to change your priorities? 9. For what will pagans, those living apart from Gods Word, have to give account and why?

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Christians are commanded to live responsibly in the light of Christs return. a. With which of the commands in verses 711 do you need help the most? b. How is it possible for a Christian to obey these commands? c. Love is usually considered an emotion. How can one obey the command to love?

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Read verses 1219. Name as many advantages as you can for suffering as a Christian.

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(Challenge) Compare verse 17 with Zechariah 13:79 and Malachi 3:15. What might be the purpose of judgments upon the people of God before Christ returns?

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What could the Lord be showing you or developing in you in your present circumstances?

FIFTH DAY: Read 1 Peter 5. 14. a. On what threefold basis does Peter appeal to the church elders in verse 1?

b. Why do you think pastoral leadership was so important to these local churches? c. 15. What will be the reward of leadership in the church?

List ways in which younger people can show a humble, submissive spirit to older Christians today.

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What is to be the Christian response to satanic opposition? When you suffer as a Christian, what comfort will you take from verse 10?

SIXTH DAY: Read 1 Peter 35. 18. What have you learned about the Christian life from these chapters, and how would you like your group to pray for you regarding your life as a Christian?

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Homiletics for group and administrative leaders: 1 Peter 35