August 8-13
1 Peter 1-2 Peter 3
GodSpeak readings for each day are listed below. Click the link to read the section and/or listen online. A discussion question is listed below for you to use in your GodSpeak group session or for discussion with others who are reading along.
Monday, August 8 1 Peter 1 Read & Listen Online (Click “Audio” link to listen)
1. Jot down the practical steps for holy living Peter gives us in 1 Peter 1:13-16.
Tuesday, August 9 1 Peter 2 Read & Listen Online (Click “Audio” link to listen)
2. Peter begins 2 Peter 2 with therefore, referring back to 1:22-23 and amplifying its meaning. What do you think he means in verse 2: “crave pure spiritual milk”?
Wednesday, August 10 1 Peter 3-4 Read & Listen Online 1 Peter 3 Read & Listen Online 1 Peter 4 (Click “Audio” link to listen)
3. Read 1 Peter 4:1-2. In your own words, what does Peter say suffering will accomplish in the life of the trusting believer? If you can, tell about a time when you found this to be true in your life?
Thursday, August 11 1 Peter 5 Read & Listen Online (Click “Audio” link to listen)
4. What is the “crown of glory” (1 Peter 5:4)? Check 1 Peter 1:3-6 if you’re unsure. See also John 5:28-29 and 1 Corinthians 15:51-57.
Friday, August 12 2 Peter 1-2 Read & Listen Online 2 Peter 1 Read & Listen Online 2 Peter 2 (Click “Audio” link to listen)
5. Read 2 Peter 1:16-18. What are some of the “cleverly invented stories” that deceive people today (v. 16)?
Saturday, August 13 2 Peter 3 Read & Listen Online (Click “Audio” link to listen)
6. Read 2 Peter 2:4-10. Note how the Law and Gospel are vividly presented in this section. What warning and what comfort do they bring here?
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