Although we may not long to be holy as much as we long to be hopeful (see last week’s sermon), the way Peter describes holiness in I Peter 1:13-2:3 shows how very beautiful and attractive it is, not only for us but also for everyone around us.
God fulfills his plan against human opposition and even through human suffering.
Jesus demonstrated true greatness by taking the place of a servant in his life and in his death.
The Jerusalem Council kept the door of salvation open to all Jews and non-Jews who repent and believe in Jesus Christ.