Reading for March 3rd

Read 1 Peter 1.10-21. In verses 10-16: Good theology means good morals. Topics from the thanksgiving are developed inheritance and suffering leading to glory. In verses 10-11: Prophets confirm that suffering leads to future glory, a pattern applied to Jesus (2.22; Isa 53) and his disciples. In verses 13-14: Thus they should act like obedient children, avoiding desires and pursuing purity. In verses 15-16: Called by the holy God, they too must be holy, spotless or blameless (Lev 11.43-44). In verses 17-21: Recalling conversion. In verse 17: Alhough blessed, they still face God's impartial judgment. In verses 18-21: Jesus' sacrifical death ransomed Christians; this God works inthem the process of death leading to glory. Comments or Questions..