1 Peter

What does it mean to be "set apart" as a Christian?  What do we do when we suffer because of it?  This 11-day plan explores how believers can maintain their identity as God's chosen people while living as "strangers" in a hostile world. 

Living Hope in a Suffering World: A Guided Reading of 1 Peter

Share this College Devotional with others as Vance K. Jackson leads readers in this powerful, life-transforming devotional. You were begotten by God through Jesus Christ. When you accept Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, instantly you are a new creation. When you are in Christ, you are made new.  Through the Blood of Jesus, you are new in Him. Let God lead your heart as you read this message.

Begotten By God

Most men want to live with purpose—to matter, to build something lasting. But many feel stuck, grinding through life without real traction. In 2 Peter 1:5–7, Peter offers more than advice—he gives a blueprint for becoming the kind of man God uses. These seven virtues aren’t just ideals; they’re forged in real life and proven in action. This isn’t a passive Bible study—it’s a challenge. A call to grow. To live a faith that works in boardrooms, backyards, and beyond. It’s about becoming a man shaped by the Spirit and strengthened through gritty, everyday obedience.

Built for Impact

Throughout this six-day devotional, we will walk you through what life looks like for Christians who are called to be set apart. We are royal priests, a holy nation, God’s chosen possession, and we can show others the goodness of God. Join us as we discover who we are in Christ and how we live new lives in Him! 

Set Apart

Vance K. Jackson leads readers in this life-transforming leadership devotional. Choose to glorify God, in every area of your life. Let Christ be reflected in your everyday conduct. Let Christ be reflected in your everyday language. Let Christ be reflected in everything you say and do. Do you desire the validation of man or the approval of God? Let God lead your heart as you read this timely message.

Be Not Ashamed

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.

The Living Word

Daily Bible Reading is designed to facilitate consistent interaction with Scripture. It includes background information on each day’s Scripture passage, key verses for meditation, reflection questions to help you dive deeper into Scripture, and prayers to help you connect to God and be of spiritual support to others. Journey with us this month as we explore the theme, “God’s Saving Word: Hope.” [Note: All Scriptures are quoted in the Good News Translation.]

Daily Bible Reading – April 2023 God’s Saving Word: Hope

Feeling alone in your faith? The book of 1 Peter offers encouragement and hope to believers who feel like they are living in exile. Discover how God's Word endures, how to stand firm in challenging times, and how to live out your faith in practical ways. Join us in exploring how God's grace sustains us and how we can participate in his mission, even in seasons of struggle.

1 Peter: Peace in Exile

Daily Bible Reading is designed to facilitate consistent interaction with Scripture. It includes background information on each day’s Scripture passage and key verse for meditation, reflection questions to help you dive deeper into Scripture, a prayer and prayer concern to help you connect to God and be of spiritual support to others. Journey with us this month as we explore the theme “God’s Word of Hope.”