A Christian's Hope for Glory
January 26, 2025
James Fuoco introduces a new series on 1 Peter, focusing on the hope and guidance this epistle offers to believers enduring suffering. He highlights how early Christians faced persecution, contrasting it with modern challenges, and emphasizes God's sovereignty, the promise of a living hope through Christ's resurrection, and the ultimate salvation of the soul.
Embracing Your New Identity in Christ
February 2, 2025
Medjiko Tchougboui preaches on 1 Peter’s call to embrace a new identity in Christ, emphasizing holiness, hope, and perseverance in the face of suffering. He highlights the importance of setting one's mind on God’s promises, standing firm in faith, and living in obedience and love. Drawing on biblical imagery, including the Exodus and Christ’s sacrifice, he encourages believers to live distinct, sanctified lives, resisting worldly pressures while maintaining hope in God’s ultimate redemption.
A Spiritual House for God
February 9, 2025
Nick Azzuolo explains the believer’s identity as "living stones" in God's spiritual house, emphasizing Christ as the cornerstone through 1 Peter 2. He highlights the contrast between seeking identity in worldly pursuits versus embracing the security and purpose found in Christ. He also underscores the priesthood of all believers, calling Christians to offer spiritual sacrifices, live in community, and stand firm in faith amidst trials.
Preparing for the Best
February 23, 2025
Joash John explores how 1 Peter 3 exhorts believers to live and suffer for Christ with the right attitude, enduring trials with faith and humility. He emphasizes the importance of responding to persecution with blessing, maintaining a good conscience, and being prepared to defend one's faith with gentleness.
How Shall We Now Live?
March 2, 2025
Dave Brereton interviews RBC church member Rosine Nana about her journey of faith and perseverance in hardship while developing her PhD thesis on resolving land conflicts in war-torn Burundi. Preaching through 1 Peter 4, he explores how believers are called to live as "chosen exiles," emphasizing the necessity of living with purpose, enduring trials, and glorifying God through both words and actions.
Christian Marriage
March 9, 2025
Leslie Muirhead challenges Christians to live in obedience, cultivate Christlike character, and reflect God's kingdom through their marriages and daily conduct, all while trusting in God's sovereign work in their lives.