The point is, Peter is writing to Christians who were being terribly persecuted by evil, disobedient men and they needed encouragement and confidence in enduring these trials. What could give them that?
Scared and Uneasy
This scares me. It really does.
Tend His Sheep
To love Christ is to love His people.
What Proof?
What proof would we give if we must believe He is risen without seeing the very marks on His hands?
Pruning
Pruning involves getting rid of unwanted parts to improve structure and encourage healthy growth. What will I have to give up and how?
Obey to Receive
If we have not obeyed in the way God has instructed, can we expect to receive what God has promised?
Exposure
There is no fear in practicing the truth, but have you ever felt yourself not wanting to?
