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1 Pet 4.12-19

Introduction

1. This passage is the third and final time that the word “Christian” appears in the New Testament.
   • The first in Acts 11.26 focused on Christians as Christ’s people.
   • The second in Acts 26.28 focused on persuasion for becoming a Christian.
2. The context of today’s text is suffering because of persecution and the need for faithfulness.
3. Peter begins this passage by addressing his readers as “beloved” v. 12. They are precious to him, because their faith is precious to them.

What does it mean to suffer as a Christian?

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