Standing Firm | Dr. Zach Crook1 Peter 5:1-14
1. Be an ExampleA. Peter challenges leaders to set an example to others1. Nearly all of us lead someone and are being watchedB. God gives us an incredible promise that we will receive a crown for our faithfulness
2. Trust is KeyA. One aspect of trust is the humility to submit1. We need to embrace the fact that waiting is normal2. We submit to God in every area of our lives and cast our cares on HimB. A second aspect is being sober-minded and alert1. We don’t take Satan lightly
3. Stand Firm in Hope!A. Peter ends his letter by reminding us to embrace grace!1. When we do, God will restore, establish, strengthen, and support us!B. We can worship God and be encouraged no matter what we are walkingthrough because of the truth of the gospel!