HOPE SERIES FROM 1 Peter:
A HOPE READY TO RESPOND (1 Pet. 3:13-17)
1. Has there ever been a time that you felt really afraid or panicked? (Describe)
2. What calms you down when you feel panicky, fearful or anxious?
EXPLORING THE TEXT READ 1 Peter 3:13-17
3. What are your thoughts about Congressman Jindal’s testimony this morning? Does he seem like he is practicing this passage?
4. What is the key thought to you in this passage that helps people be prepared to share their hope?
5. What are some ways that we have come up short on the “do this with gentleness & respect” portion of this text?
6. What are some things that you have put hope in that turned out NOT to be part of God’s will for you or your family?
7. What is the biggest difference for you, personally, in suffering for doing good over suffering for doing evil?
PRAYER
Please pray for leaders, like Mr. Jindal & other believers to stand tall for God!
Please pray for each one of us to be ready to respond with hope!