1Bit 1:25

1 Peter was written to early Christians scattered throughout Asia Minor. Peter called his beloved readers “elect exiles” because they were suffering for their faith and longing for their heavenly home. Desiring to encourage them to live victoriously while trusting the Lord, he identified three living things they had in their sojourning. You also have these things, Christian: a living hope, the living Word, and the living stone–Jesus Christ himself.

Many of us loved tracking our heights when we were children! Though we all desired to grow, many of us experienced physical pain as a result of our growth; these were known as growing pains. It was fun and exciting to grow, but the process to get there wasn’t always a joy. That’s how it is in our life a lot of the time. We desperately want to grow, and we love to grow, yet there is a pain that happens through the growth. Click "Start Plan" now, and learn how to embrace God admist life's inevitable growing pains.

The Word of God is our source of light, power, life, and guidance, always available to lead us through life’s challenges and joys. This plan helps your family discover the enduring strength and wisdom of Scripture, equipping you to live purposefully and grow in faith together.

Peter writes to Christ's followers scattered by persecution. Through his letter, he gives them perspective and hope. Navaz DCruz has written this 4-day devotional, and it is the concluding part of a two-part series.