The Unrecognized Glory

The Unrecognized Glory (1 Pet. 4-14-16)

1. What did the Holy Spirit teach you from this text?

2. What does Peter say is the result for the person who is reviled for the name of Christ?  

3. Is it natural to feel blessed in the midst of persecution? 

4. In what way does persecution show a Christian to be blessed? 

5. What does persecution do to your reliance on God’s strength?

6. What are some examples in the New Testament of believers who were persecuted, but encouraged through it? 

7. The name “Christian” was originally a term of derision. What were the circumstances around the coining of the name “Christian” in Acts? 

8. How is the Spirit a blessing through suffering?

9. What is the connection between identifying with the name of Christ and sharing in his sufferings?

10. How does accepting the suffering that comes from persecution push you closer to Christ?