February 2nd, 2025 - 1 Peter 2:4-12
/Questions to think about
Have you ever thrown something away only to find out it was valuable after you did so?
Why do we use stone/rock for building memorials?
Typically we think of stones as lifeless – “Stone dead” is an English idiom that goes back centuries to emphasize there is absolutely no signs of life or movement in something. Why does the Bible describe Jesus as a “living Stone”? What does that mean or imply?
For those that believe the stone is precious, but for those that don’t believe it’s just an obstacle and could even crush them (Matthew 21:44). It’s the same stone (Jesus), but why does it do such different things? (Give life versus crushing)
What does the war against your soul look like? (1 Peter 2:11)
Why would being a Christian bring false accusations from non-Christians?
What is the motivation for living a good life even among people who aren’t like us and may even persecute us?
How does it make you feel to know that you are chosen by God, a royal priest, part of a holy nation, and God’s special possession? How does this affect the way you live?
Additional Scripture verses to meditate on
Joshua 4:1-7 Matthew 7:24-30 1 Corinthians 3:10-17
Psalm 18 Matthew 21:33-44 Ephesians 2:19-22
Isaiah 33:5-6