Theory question 108
Interpersonal RelationshipsSection C (Themes from Selected Epistles)
(a) But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God's own people… Highlight Peter's exhortation to Christians on the above statement. (b) Outline three ways by which Christians can avoid the temptations of sin.
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(a) Declare the wonderful deeds of Him who called them out of darkness (1 Peter 2:9).
Remember that once they were no people but now are God's people (1 Peter 2:10).
Abstain from passions of the flesh (1 Peter 2:11).
Maintain good conduct among the Gentiles (1 Peter 2:12).
Be subject to every human institution (1 Peter 2:13-14).
Do right, live as servants of God, not using freedom for evil (1 Peter 2:15-16).
Honour all, love the brotherhood, fear God, honour the emperor (1 Peter 2:17).
Put away malice, guile, insincerity, envy and slander, and long for spiritual milk (1 Peter 2:1-2).
(b) Any three: prayer and watchfulness (Matthew 26:41); studying God's word; avoiding bad company; resisting the devil (James 4:7); keeping busy with good work; fellowship with believers; self-control.
Use 1 Peter 2:1-17, then three ways.