April 29, 2026 - IMU Office 571
Ice Breaker
- Everyone on earth takes a private vote by pressing a red or blue button. If more than 50% of people press the blue button, everyone survives. If less than 50% of people press the blue button, only people who pressed the red button survive. Which button would you press?
- What will you miss most from Bloomington/IU this summer? What are you most looking forward to this summer?
Opening Prayer
Study Questions
- What does Peter say about suffering for righteousness? v. 14
- What are believers commanded to do in their hearts and with others? v. 15-16
- Which is better according to Peter? v 17
- What did Christ accomplish through His suffering? v. 18
- What strange event is talked about in v. 19-20
- Where is Jesus now? v. 22
- What should define the rest of a believer’s life? 4:1-2
- In what sense is suffering for righteousness a “blessing”? How does this redefine success or favor in the Christian life? v. 14
- Read Acts 2:14-39, Acts 3:11-26, Acts 4:8-12, Acts 5:29-32; what do we notice/what can we learn about these examples of giving a defense?
- Why does Peter emphasize giving a defense with gentleness and respect? v. 16
- What are the possible interpretations of Christ preaching to the “spirits in prison”? v. 19-20
- Why does Peter reference Noah and the flood? v. 20