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In 1 Peter 5:5-7, we are reminded of God's profound care for us, urging us to embrace humility and cast our anxieties on Him. This message delineates God's compassionate nature—He offers help in our struggles, demonstrated through the gift of His Son, Jesus Christ, who died for our sins. The Gospel is our source of hope, bringing salvation to all who respond to His call. Trust in God's care and place your hope in His grace as you navigate life's challenges with faith and humility.
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5 “You younger men, likewise, be subject to {your} elders; and all of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, for GOD IS OPPOSED TO THE PROUD, BUT GIVES GRACE TO THE HUMBLE. 6 Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you at the proper time, 7 casting all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you.” I Peter 5:5-7
I Peter 5:5-7 • Introduction -Many people have been told that God cares for them and loves them, yet they do not see or feel that care and love -Today we will endeavor to look at the word of God to see the care that God provides for us all
I Peter 5:5-7 • God Cares In Asking For Our Cares -God knows what we are going through in life and wants to help us each day (I Pet. 5:7; Psalm 55:22) - We need to learn to rely on the Lord for His help in blessing us with our needs (Mt. 6:25-34)
I Peter 5:5-7 • God Cares In Offering His Son To Die -Some of the most beautiful passages describe God’s love in giving Jesus to die for the sins of the world (Jn. 3:16; Rom. 5:8) -When God gave His Son, it was for “everyone”(Heb. 2:9)
I Peter 5:5-7 • God Cares In Sending The Gospel -Gospel simply means, “good news” or “glad tidings” and its message brings hope to the lost (Rom. 1:15-17; 10:8-17) -The gospel describes God’s care for man in the scheme of redemption (I Cor. 15:1-11; Acts 10:34-43 Tit. 1:1-4; I Tim. 1:8-11)
I Peter 5:5-7 • God Cares In Desiring All To Be Saved -God gave His Son to die so that all could live through Him (I Tim. 2:4; II Pet. 3:9) - “Whoever” is willing to come to the Lord in humble submission can be saved from their sins (Mk. 8:34-38; Rev. 22:17; Mt. 11:28-30; John 5:39f)
I Peter 5:5-7 • Application - God has asked for our cares while giving us an answer for our anxieties in His Son in offering salvation to all through the gospel - You need to put your hope and trust in God every day of your life knowing that “He cares for you”(Psalm 8:4)
I Peter 5:5-7 • Be Saved And Accept God’s Care - Hear Jn. 12:48 - Believe Jn. 8:24 - Repent Lk. 13:3-5 - Confess Matt. 10:32-33 - Baptism Mk. 16:16 YOU ARE SAVED FROM SIN - Faithful Matt. 24:13