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We inhabit a world where we are often defined by who we are against. And yet we have an adversary that knows that when we sow division, belittle our enemies, and weaponize our words against one another, we’re fighting his battle for him. In this message, we’re unpacking why we often miss the real enemy – and how we can combat the work of his lies among us. (1 Peter 5:8-9)

It can often feel like the world is ending - like *our world* is ending. 1 Peter is written to communities that knew that anxiety well, and yet their response wasn't to build bigger walls. It was to build bigger tables. In this message, we explore the centrality of hospitable love to the mission of the Church. (1 Peter 4:7-9)

This week, we're joined by a guest speaker - Pastor Luke Embree of Open Door Church. As we continue our On Earth As It Is In Heaven series through the book of 1 Peter, Luke shares about how holiness is an expression of the abundance of God. (1 Peter 2:11-12, 4:1-7)

Does the New Testament demand the subjegation of women in marriage? For decades, this has been one of the most divisive controversies in the Church. In this message, Justin shares why a deeper look at these difficult passages shows a vision for marriages and relationships that are liberating and empowering for both men and women. (1 Peter 3:1-7)

Let's face it... we're different. In what is considered the thesis statement of Peter's first letter, we find out why we've been set apart - by and for a purpose that goes far beyond ourselves. (1 Peter 2:9-12)

"Submit yourselves for the Lord’s sake to every human authority." Wait, WHAT? This might be one of the most selectively cherry-picked and weaponized passages in the Bible - and one *the Bible itself* seemingly contradicts. So... what does it mean for us? (1 Peter 2:13-17)