Hope During Times of Exile

Sermon Scripture

1 Peter 1:1–2 Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ,

To those who are elect exiles of the Dispersion in Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, [2] according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, in the sanctification of the Spirit, for obedience to Jesus Christ and for sprinkling with his blood:

May grace and peace be multiplied to you.

Sermon Outline

1. True hope comes from Jesus Christ (1)
2. Christians will face persecution due to their faith (1)
3. God’s plan for the church is a trinitarian work (2)
4. Grace and peace will be your strength during trials (2)