Series:  Scattered

Christianity on Display

1 Peter 2:9-17

Wherever you are, whatever you are going through, you are representing Christ.

people are watching

      Remember who youare--you have a unique identity.

      Remember why you arehere--you have potential influence!

•     Be consistent in your private life.

The internal “war” imagery reveals... 

o  the reality of progressive sanctification.

o  the intensityof the struggle to be holy.   

o  the depth of damagethat can be caused.

•     Live an honorablepublic life.

In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.

Matthew 5:16

•     Submit to your authorities.   

Biblical submission:  to willingly comply

today’s takeaways

1.    Understand your unique roleas a Christian.

2.    Strive to model Christianitywhere God has placed you.  

3.    Believe that Christ can save anyone.  

Trust that God is in controlof things that seem out of