Peter has talked at length about the Christian’s attitude to everyday trouble. But now he turns his attention to the ‘fiery trial’ – a terrible storm of persecution that the church at Philippi was to face soon.
We continue where we left off with Paul’s warning to Timothy about the times that were to come.
The great glory of God shown in creation is enough to make us gasp in awe. What then of the humility of this glorious Christ in coming down to earth and suffering for the salvation of sinners? And how are we to live in light of the sufferings of Christ?