LIFE IS ROCKY
1 Peter 2:4-8
Introduction
1. Geologist takes ugly rock – cuts and polishes it
2. Now it is beautiful – He could see the beauty inside
3. We need to be able to see your beauty
Here is what Peter teaches us
1. Throw away or keep? – 4
a. Men cast away
b. Look on outward appearance
c. Toss away what might have great importance
d. God chooses these castaways
e. Precious to Him
2. Rocky or Solid Rock? – 5
a. Lively stones
b. Spiritual house
c. Holy priesthood
d. Offer sacrifices
e. Acceptable to God
3. Tumble down or Hold Together? – 6-8
a. Prophecy
b. Believe?
i. Not confounded
ii. Precious
c. Disobedient?
i. Throwing away what is most important to you
ii. Stumble, offence, curse the thing – that can help you most
Conclusion:
1. Jesus is a precious stone
2. So are you.
3. If disobedient – you are in the rock pile of life