1. SERMON PRESENTATION

2. WHAT WILL VICTORY LOOK LIKE IN 2013? “IF YOU REMAIN STILL, I WILL DO YOUR FIGHTING FOR YOU” Ex. 14:14 (Mark4:39; Quiet, BE still) 1 Peter 1:13 “Therefore, preparing your minds for action, and being sober- minded, set your hope fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ.”

3. PETER, APOSTLE OF HOPE He exhorts Christians to stand strong, repeatedly reminding them of Christ’s example, the riches of their inheritance in Him, and the hope of His returning again to take them to heaven. He explained how Christians should respond when they suffer because of their beliefs. His primary message is to trust the Lord, live obediently no matter what your circumstances, and keep your hope fixed on God’s ultimate promise of deliverance. remain steadfast.Suffering is to be expected, but it is temporary and yields great blessings for those who remain steadfast.

4. CHRIST’S GLORY AND THE PROPHETIC WORD 2 Peter 1:16... For we did not follow cleverly devised myths when we made known to you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but we were eyewitnesses of His majesty. 17 For when He received honour and glory from God the Father, and the voice was borne to Him by the Majestic Glory, “This is My beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased”

5. CHRIST’S GLORY & THE PROPHETIC WORD: 18 we ourselves heard this very voice borne from heaven, for we were with Him on the holy mountain. 19 And we have the prophetic word more fully confirmed, to which you will do well to pay attention as to a lamp shining in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts, 20 knowing this first of all, that no prophecy of Scripture comes from someone’s own interpretation. 21 For no prophecy was ever produced by the will of man, but men spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit.

6. 1 Peter 4:7–11 Everything in the world is about to be wrapped up, so take nothing for granted. Stay wide-awake in prayer. Most of all, love each other as if your life depended on it. Love makes up for practically anything. Be quick to give a meal to the hungry, a bed to the homeless— cheerfully. Be generous with the different things God gave you, passing them around so all get in on it: if words, let it be God’s words; if help, let it be God’s hearty help. That way...

7. God’s bright presence will be evident in everything through Jesus, and He’ll get all the credit as the One mighty in everything— encores to the end of time. Oh, yes 12–13Friends, when life gets really difficult, don’t jump to the conclusion that God isn’t on the job. Instead, be glad that you are in the very thick of what Christ experienced. This is a spiritual refining process, with glory just around the corner.

8. 1 Peter 4: 7 & 10 The end of all things is at hand therefore be self-controlled and sober-minded for the sake of your prayers. As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace Romans 12:6 ‘Differ according to the GRACE given to us Genesis 37:3 - Many coloured Of many kinds

9. GRACE APPEARED ON THE SCENE Titus 2:11... For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, 12 training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age, 13 waiting for our blessed hope, the appearing of the glory of our great God and Saviour Jesus Christ, 14 who gave Himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for Himself a people for His own possession who are zealous for good works.

10. 1 Peter 5:5 Message Bible “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” 6 Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time He may exalt you, 7 casting all your anxieties on Him, because He cares for you. 8 Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. 9 Resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same kinds of suffering are being experienced by your brotherhood throughout the world

11. 1 Peter 5:10... 10 And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you. 11 to Him be the dominion forever and ever. Amen.