GARDENS PART 9-Personal Vocation
1 Peter 1:1-2, 2:4-10, 4:7-11
The Human Vocation: To rule (Genesis 1)
The Israelite Vocation: To bless (Genesis 12)
The Church’s Vocation: To witness (Acts 1)
Personal Vocation: To rule, bless and witness right where we are.
According to 1 Peter 2:4-10…
THE CHURCH IS A COLLECTION
OF LIVING STONES
BEING BUILT TOGETHER
ON THE LIVING STONE
TO DISPLAY HIS GLORY
From 1 Peter 4:7-10, here are four intentional ways you can display God’s glory in your work.
Pray.
Love deeply.
Practice joyful hospitality.
Use your gifts.
Explore more ideas on how to cultivate growth in the Work Garden with the Growth Plan at:
For Further Study:
Check out the Bible Project’s Summary of 1 Peter: www.youtube.com/watch?v=WhP7AZQlzCg
Message Reflection Questions
Begin with silence.
What did God say to you through the message?
Read 1 Peter 2:4-10. What is the work of God’s people?
How does reception of Jesus as the foundation of life lead to security and flourishing?
How does rejection of Jesus as the foundation of life lead to stumbling and falling?
Read 1 Peter 4:7-11. How does verse 7’s recognition of time running short affect the other instructions?
What is your gift you have received to serve others? How are you using that gift?
What is the key takeaway for you from this work series? What is one habit you want to focus on from this series?
Close in prayer. Include prayers for renewal and revival in the church in America.
DAILY READINGS
Monday: 1 Peter 1
Tuesday: 1 Peter 2
Wednesday: 1 Peter 3
Thursday: 1 Peter 4
Friday: 1 Peter 5
Helpful Instructions for reading
Start with silence. Recognize that the Jesus in scripture is the Jesus with you where you are.
Thank God for something that happened in the last 24 hours.
Read the text. Take note of phrases and images that encourage you or raise questions. Ask God to seal the truth in your heart.
Finish in prayer for yourself, your family, your neighbors, your co-workers, your church. Pray through the nations at www.prayercast.com/nations.html.