Peter’s opening words in 1 Peter are a song of praise that anchors our identity as chosen exiles and our security in Christ. In this episode, we'll unpack living hope, an inheritance kept by God, and how trials refine our faith into deeper worship.
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In 1 Peter 2:11–25, believers are called to live faithfully and honorably under authority, letting the light of Christ shine through quiet acts of grace, patience, and trust. Pray for strength to reflect Jesus in difficult moments. Ask God to guide Redemption Haitian Fellowship in La Vergne, and to empower Brandon and Daphne as they serve vulnerable communities in South Africa with the hope of Christ.
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Genesis 46–48: God faithfully brings Jacob’s family into Egypt, sustains them through provision and blessing, and passes covenant promises to the next generation, showing His presence in seasons of transition and dependence. Matthew 15:21–39: Jesus extends compassion beyond expected boundaries, responding to persistent faith and meeting physical and spiritual needs with mercy and abundance.
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In 1 Peter 2:1–10, believers are called “living stones,” built together into a spiritual house with Jesus as the cornerstone who steadies and shapes us. Pray for grace to stay connected to Christ and His people as He builds something lasting through your life. Ask God to strengthen Reborn Community Church in Chicago, and to bless Aaron and Misty as they plant Deaf churches and disciple believers across Southeast Asia.
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Genesis 44–45: God brings Joseph’s long journey of suffering to a turning point as repentance, mercy, and forgiveness lead to reconciliation and the preservation of God’s people. Matthew 15:1–20: Jesus confronts outward religion and teaches that true defilement comes from the heart, calling His followers to inward faithfulness rather than mere tradition.
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Genesis 42–43: God uses hardship and family tension to awaken repentance and humility in Joseph’s brothers, moving them toward reconciliation and dependence on His provision. Matthew 14:22–36: Jesus reveals His authority over nature and His care for those who trust Him, strengthening faith as He meets fear and need with His presence and power.
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In 1 Peter 1:13–25, holiness is not something we earn but something we receive through the redeeming blood of Jesus, who shapes us daily by His Spirit. Pray for grace to respond with gentleness, patience, and surrendered obedience in the ordinary moments of life. Ask God to strengthen Grove Hill Church as they reach Chapel Hill and to bless Nick and Lillian as they equip future ministry leaders in Southeast Asia.
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In 1 Peter 1:1–12, believers are reminded that they are chosen, secure in a living hope, and strengthened through trials that refine their faith. Pray for courage to stand firm in your identity in Christ and to live boldly for His name. Ask God to guide and encourage South Haven Arabic Baptist Church as they reach Arabic-speaking families in Nashville, and to empower Mac and Grace as they disciple international students in Vancouver.
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Philippians 1:6 reminds us that God finishes what He starts, forming us into Christ’s likeness by His grace and power. Pray for a humble heart that yields to the Spirit’s transforming work each day. Ask God to strengthen Tennessee Alliance for Kids as they serve vulnerable children, and to bless Matthew and Rebekah Caye as they disciple young adults in Nairobi.
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Genesis 41: God exalts Joseph from prison to leadership, using his faithfulness and wisdom to preserve many lives and reveal God’s sovereign timing and provision. Matthew 14:1–21: Jesus shows compassion and divine power by feeding the crowds, demonstrating that God’s kingdom meets human need with abundance and care.
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Genesis 38–40: God’s redemptive plan advances through complex and painful circumstances, as Joseph remains faithful in suffering and the Lord works behind the scenes to accomplish His purposes. Matthew 13:24–58: Jesus teaches about the kingdom through parables that reveal its hidden growth, supreme worth, and the mixed responses of those who hear and encounter Him.
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In Acts 2:14–41, Peter boldly proclaims the gospel through the power of the Holy Spirit, reminding us that momentum multiplies through Spirit-filled believers, not perfect ones. Pray for courage to share what God has done. Ask God to strengthen the Disaster Response Team as they serve in crisis and to open doors for gospel conversations through Forrest’s ministry in Paris.
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