Nov 9th, 2025

1 Peter 1 - Holiness

Discussion Questions:

Open Discussion

What were the main points of the sermon?

What were some key takeaways from the passage of scripture or the sermon?

1. Approval and Sameness

The message said that our craving for approval often drives us to pursue “sameness.”

In what areas of life—work, parenting, social media, church—do you feel the strongest pull to “fit in”?

2. Renewing Your Mind

Peter challenges us to prepare our minds for action and to think deeply rather than be led by our feelings.

What practices or routines help you keep your mind centered on God’s truth during the week? How have you seen your thinking—and therefore your behavior—change as you’ve spent more time in Scripture?

3. Disobeying Desires

The message reminded us that saying “no” to sinful desires is not just sin management—it’s soul transformation.

How do you recognize when a desire or habit is pulling you away from God’s design?

What helps you say “yes” to the Holy Spirit in those moments of temptation?

4. Fearing the Lord

We learned that “fearing the Lord” means living with deep awareness of His authority and greatness.

How does a healthy fear of God influence your daily decisions—at home, at work, or in relationships?

5. Loving One Another

Peter calls us to love “earnestly” and “from a pure heart.”

What are some practical ways we can show this kind of love within our church community?

6. Application

After hearing that “God did not save you to be the same, but to be different,” what is one specific area of your life where God is calling you to live differently this week — in your mindset, desires, reverence for Him, or how you love others?

What will be your when, where, what, and how of Bible reading?