Made for More

Memory Verse:  We work hard with our own hands. When we are cursed, we bless; when we are persecuted, we endure it; when we are slandered, we answer kindly. We have become the scum of the earth, the garbage of the world—right up to this moment. 1 Corinthians 4:12-13 (NIV)

Scripture Reading:  1 Corinthians 4:1-17; 1 Peter 1:3-25

I am made for eternity, not just for today!

1.  A New and Eternal Way of Life has already Begun! Verses 1, 6-8, 20

• Servants of Christ Entrusted with revealed mysteries!
  
• Reign TOGETHER not OVER one another
  
• Powerful doing, not Prideful talking
  
• Newly born into a living hope! 1 Peter 1
  
• Inheritance, in heaven, than can never perish, spoil, or fade!
  

2.  A New and Eternal Standard of Living will be the basis for Judgment! Verses 2-5

• We must be faithful stewards!
  
• The Standard is not: others, earthly ideals, you, or me! Conscience is not your guide!
  
• The Judge is not: others, earthly courts, you, or me! The Lord Jesus is Judge!
  
• He knows the hidden truth according to His sovereign knowledge of our hearts!
  

3.  A New and Eternal Example of Success can be modeled for others! Verses 9-15

• Self-sacrifice is an exemplary way of life!
  
• Serve like a Father!
  
• Shield yourself with faith by God’s power until salvation is revealed! 1 Peter 1:5

• Shout with joy! Rejoice Greatly!
  
• Suffer for the praise, glory, and honor of Jesus!
  
• Security is found in the promise of His enduring Word!
  
• Set apart yourself as Holy to the Father!

Summary
1.  A New and Eternal Way of Life has already Begun! Verses 1, 6-8, 20
2.  A New and Eternal Standard of Living will be the basis for Judgment! Verses 2-5
3.  A New and Eternal Example of Success can be modeled for others! Verses 9-15