Living in Harmony

Northwest Bible Church – Sept. 26, 2021 – 1 Peter – Alan Conner
1 Peter 3:8-12
Living in Harmony
Intro
A. CONDUCT IN TIMES OF CONFLICT (1 Peter 3:8-9).
1. General characteristics of believers (1 Peter 3:8).
a. Harmonious –
b. Sympathetic –
c. Brotherly love –
d. Kindhearted/compassionate –
e. Humble in spirit/mind –
2. Specific responses when mistreated (1 Peter 3:9).
a. Don’t return evil for evil, or insult for insult.
b. Give a blessing instead.

B. THE GUIDANCE OF PSALMS FOR THE GOOD LIFE (1 Peter 3:10-12).
1. Desiring life and good days (1 Peter 3:10).

2. Requirements for the good life (1 Peter 3:10b-11).
a. Control the tongue (1 Peter 3:10).
b. Turn away from evil, do good (1 Peter 3:11).
c. Seek peace (1 Peter 3:11).
3. The favor and disfavor of the Lord (1 Peter 3:12).

Conclusion