As the early Christian movement grew, the church began to experience false teachers. These teachers had different claims about Jesus and His

Following the way of Jesus can lead to friction with our family, neighbors, and friends. Some may not understand why we follow Jesus or why

Shepherding was a common occupation in the ancient Mediterranean world. It was one in which shepherds were responsible for protecting and ca

As Peter seeks to encourage Christians who are suffering for the sake of Christ, he focuses on the suffering of Jesus and the hope shared in

(1 Peter 2:11-4:11) As we continue our thoughts through 1 Peter, we begin a new section of this letter in (2:11). This section continues thr

Peter now shows us the living stone. Jesus is life, and He extends life to others. He is the living stone.

1 Peter is written to Christians experiencing trials and difficulties. Peter is writing to encourage and strengthen their faith. In our last

Following Jesus does not mean a life without difficulties and hardships. As a people, as humans, we experience setbacks, loss, pain, trials,

We are beginning a new series as we explore the letter of 1 Peter together. 1 Peter is a circular letter. It was written to churches that we

It was early in the morning following the Sabbath Day when several women came to the tomb of Jesus. They brought spices that they had prepar

It would have been late at night after the conclusion of the Passover Meal when Jesus got up from the table and headed over to the Mount of

Jesus Prays In The Garden - For this series of Easter lessons, continue to use the Resurrection Eggs that are appropriate to the story. Some