Westside Church

Hope is the expectation that God will remain true to his promises.

MAIN POINT: Pursue a life that reflects the living hope of Christ.

1 Peter 3:13-15a (NIV): 13 Who is going to harm you if you are eager to do good? 14 But even if you should suffer for what is right, you are blessed. “Do not fear their threats [a] ; do not be frightened.” [b] 15 But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord.

MAIN POINT: Pursue a life that reflects the living hope of Christ.

1 Peter 3:15b (NIV): Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect,

MAIN POINT: Pursue a life that reflects the living hope of Christ.

1 Peter 3:15b-16: “…But do this with gentleness and respect, 16 keeping a clear conscience, so that those who speak maliciously against your good behavior in Christ may be ashamed of their slander.”

MAIN POINT: Pursue a life that reflects the living hope of Christ.

Response:
 Allow hope to exceed fear.
 Fearlessly share hope.
 Rightly represent him.

Hope is the expectation that God will remain true to his promises.