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Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9 Focus: vs. 6-9
 
On a scale of 1-10:  How much joy are you experiencing in your life right now?
 
J - Jesus first
O - Others next
Y - Yourself last
 
- We have inexpressible joy because we have a living hope. V. 3
 
- We have inexpressible joy because our inheritance is secure in heaven.  V. 4
 
- We have inexpressible joy because we are protected by God’s almighty power.  V. 5
 
- We have inexpressible joy because our faith is tested and proven.  Vs. 6-7
 
“A faith that can be trusted is a faith that has been tested."
 
- We have inexpressible joy because of Who we love and what we believe.  Vs. 8-9
 
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Key Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5
 
Have you ever received or not received an inheritance?  How did it make you feel?
 
- An inheritance is a financial term describing the assets passed down to individuals after someone dies.
 
- Our inheritance is Jesus is imperishable. v.4
 
- Our inheritance in Jesus is undefiled. v. 4
 
- Our inheritance in Jesus is unfading. v. 4
 
- Our inheritance in Jesus is reserved.  It is secure.  v. 4
 
- We, as believers, are protected by God’s power. We are secure v. 5  John 10:28-29
 
 
How does it make you feel knowing your inheritance is secure and you are as well?
 
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Text:  1 Peter 1:3
 
- You must be born again to experience a “living hope."
 
- All believers are given “living hope” through the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
 
- God’s definition of living hope is “an eager, confident expectation.”  It is not wishful thinking.
 
- Our “living hope” is anchored in the past because Jesus rose from the dead.
 
- Our “living hope” continues in the present because Jesus is alive.
 
- Our “living hope” endures throughout the future.  Jesus promises eternal life to all who believe.
 
- Unbelievers do not have “living hope.”  (Ephesians 2:12)  (1 Thessalonians 4:13)
 
Which hope are you experiencing in your life right now?
 
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Key Scripture: Luke 23:33-43
 
-  Both criminals mocked Jesus at first.  (Matt. 27:44)
 
Rulers mocked. v. 35
Soldiers mocked. vs. 36-37
 
- One criminal was hurling abuse at Jesus.  v. 39
 
- One criminal recognized his sin and the innocence of Jesus.  vs. 40-41
 
- This one criminal believed and received the Lord Jesus Christ.  v. 42
 
- This man was saved by Jesus.  v. 43
 
- The Good News is salvation is totally a free gift from God.
- The Good News is we can be forgiven of our sin by God.
- The Good News is it is never too late to receive Jesus.
 
- One man died with sin in him and on him.
- One man died with sin in him but not on him.
- Jesus died with sin on Him but not in Him.
 
“He made Him who knew no sin to be sin on our behalf, so that we might become the righteousness of God in Him.”  2 Corinthians 5:21
 
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Key Text:  Rev. 12:11, John 4:39-42, Acts 4:13
 
Have you shared your testimony?
 
- What is a testimony?  It is a declaration of proof or a profession of faith
 
- It is a public recounting of a religious conversion or experience.
- It is a formal written or spoken statement, especially one given in a court of law.
 
- A Biblical Testimony is sharing with someone else about your relationship with God.
 
- How do you get a testimony?  You get a testimony by being tested.
 
- Important Truths about Your Testimony:
 
- When God answers your prayer, no matter how big or small, you need to share it.  Why?
- It is a stewardship issue.
- If you don’t turn the answer to your prayer into praise, it may very well turn into pride.
- Giving your testimony is the way you give God all the glory.
 
- Second Person Testimony is Heresay: John 4:39-42, Acts 4:13
 
It’s not a testimony if you don’t share it with others.
 
If you don’t share your testimony you are robbing God of the glory He deserves.
 
So get a testimony and give a testimony.
 
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Key Text:  Matthew 6:19-21
 
- What is treasure?  Treasure is anything you value above all else.  Your treasure motivates you to action.
 
- Jesus speaks of earthly treasure and it’s value.  v. 19
 
- Jesus speaks of eternal treasure and it’s value.  v. 20
 
- We store up “treasure in heaven” when we make choices on earth that benefit God’s kingdom.
 
- Jesus knows your treasure reveals your values.  v. 21
 
- When Jesus is our treasure, we will commit our resources: our time, talent, and treasure to His kingdom work.
 
 
What is God’s treasure?
 
- God’s earthly treasure is His chosen people Israel.  Deut. 7:6
- God’s eternal treasure is those who have believed and received the Lord Jesus Christ.  1 Peter 2:9-10
 
 
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