Theory question 112
Interpersonal Relationships(a) Why, according to Peter, should Christians rejoice inspite of the trials they may be going through?
(b) What two virtues should Christians manifest to show their joy?
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(a) They have been born anew to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus, to an imperishable inheritance kept in heaven (1 Peter 1:3-4).
They are guarded by God's power through faith for salvation (1 Peter 1:5).
Trials last only a little while (1 Peter 1:6).
Trials test and refine faith, more precious than gold, so that it results in praise, glory and honour when Jesus is revealed (1 Peter 1:7).
They share Christ's sufferings and will rejoice when His glory is revealed (1 Peter 4:13).
If reproached for Christ's name they are blessed, because the Spirit of glory rests on them (1 Peter 4:14).
After suffering a little while, God will restore, establish and strengthen them (1 Peter 5:10).
(b) Any two: patience and endurance; love for one another; holiness of life; humility; hope; self-control and sobriety; doing good and not retaliating (1 Peter 1:13-22; 3:8-9; 4:7-8).
Give Peter's reasons from 1 Peter 1 and 4, then two virtues.