Heavenly Inheritance; Earthly Suffering

Sermon: I Peter 1:6-12

Introduction: A young woman’s question –

What is the Biblical answer?

I. Grief, trials, here on earth, are real.
A. v. 6 --

II. The response of the Christian undergoing these trial is rejoicing.
A. vv. 6, 7, 8 --

III. The reason for trials in this life is refine/strengthen our faith.
A. v. 7 –

IV. We can see the exceeding value of faith and the salvation which God gives.
A. v. 7 –

B.  vv. 10-12

Application: