What does a gospel-shaped life look like in marriage, in the church, and in the face of suffering? In 1 Peter 3, Peter moves from personal relationships to community life and then to the reality of hardship. His instructions challenge cultural norms and call believers to live in ways that
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart.” — Colossians 3:23
As we wrap up the Every Good Endeavor series and step into a new year, many of us are asking: How can I approach my work with renewed purpose and
Think of a time you cleaned out your home—maybe a cluttered closet or a garage packed with boxes. How did you feel afterward? Lighter? Freer? Getting rid of junk makes space for what matters.
Peter says the same is true for our spiritual lives. In 1 Peter 2, he
"Why have we fasted, and you have not seen it?... Is not this the fast that I choose: to lose the bonds of wickedness… to share your bread with the hungry?" –Isaiah 58:3, 6-7
A new year often feels like a reset—a chance to realign priorities and refocus
When have you felt left out or excluded? Maybe it was a friend group, a work event, or even a family gathering. Rejection stings. Feeling like an outsider is uncomfortable. Yet, for Christians, this sense of being "different" isn't accidental—it's part of our identity.
Peter
