Denying Doubt - 7/16/2023

Peter is setting forth a standard among much persecution. He calls believers to stand strong and reminds them of who they are. Peter sees the church being fractured through violent acts of persecution and doubt. These acts introduce fear, anxiety, anger, and many more emotional responses. When we clothe ourselves with these ungodly characteristics, we become inactive in our call and pull away from our loved ones and God. We go silent and turn inward. Many of us stop talking openly and quickly forget the truths of God and His promises for our lives and others. We make room for lies that build foundations of discontent and separation. Peter is a calling to the churches and us to be unified through our identity in Christ.