The Pure Spiritual Milk - 1 Peter 1:22-2:3
The Pure Spiritual Milk
1 Peter 1:22 - 2:3
Message Slides
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The Importance of God’s Word at the Beginning of Our Journey
The Importance of God’s Word Throughout Our Journey
The Importance of God’s Word for the End of Our Journey
Home Church Questions
1. 1 Peter 1:22-2:3 explores the importance of God’s Word for our journey as exiles and sojourners. What are some similarities between God’s Word and a trail map?
2. Look through the passage and identify the terms and phrases Peter uses to describe God’s Word and the message of the Bible. How would you summarize the core message of the Bible (the Gospel)?
3. In 1:23, he says we are born again through the Word of God. In what way was the Word of God involved in your conversion? Why is the Word of God necessary as we consider reaching other people with the Gospel?
4. In our passage, “loving one another” and “valuing God’s Word” are closely related. What are some ways they are related according to this passage? Do you think of God’s Word primarily in the context of “the individual and God’s Word” or do you think of it in the context of “God’s people and God’s Word”? What should this look like?
5. Have you ever longed for the pure spiritual/rational/logical milk of God’s Word (2:2)? Do you long for it now? If not, what are some steps you can take to develop a hunger for God’s Word?
6. What are the consequences of seeking to experience God apart from His Word? What are the consequences of seeking to experience the Bible without experiencing God? Which of these extremes do you gravitate toward? Explain why.
7. Peter references Isaiah 40 and encourages his readers that “the Word of the Lord remains forever” (1:24-25). We can be confident that God will finish what He started. In what area of your life do you need to be encouraged right now that God’s Word endures forever, and He will finish what He has started?
Pray for the Unreached: The Abai Sungai in Malaysia
The Abai Sungai are a tiny Muslim fishing community in Sabah, Malaysia, with nearly all 1,600 people living in a single village. Their faith blends Islamic practice with fear of the evil eye and local animistic beliefs. With no Scripture, no audio resources, and no known believers, they remain one of the most spiritually isolated peoples in Southeast Asia. Pray for God to break through for spiritual openness in their village, and for Christ–followers to come and patiently share the hope and life found in Jesus.
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YTD Budget 1,003,846
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OVER/(UNDER) (47,076)
Fellowship Night of Worship
Each year at our Night of Worship, we gather in a circle with the band on the floor alongside the congregation, creating an intimate and meaningful space to begin the year together. Join us in the auditorium February 1, at 6:00 p.m. as we celebrate Jesus through worship, scripture, and prayer. Childcare is available for children 6 years and younger. To reserve childcare, please text Shanna Franklin at (501) 336-0332.
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Fellowship kids Parents Night out Mission Fundraiser
Our Fellowship Kids leaders are taking a trip to Belize this April to explore opportunities for future family mission trips. Please join us in praying over all God has planned for Fellowship Kids. We are having a Parents’ Night Out on February 6, 2026, that will help raise funds for this trip. Register by January 30 at fellowshipconway.org/register.
Father/Daughter Dance: 50s Sock Hop
Dads, give your daughter a night to remember! Take your daughter on a dinner date, then swing by Renewal Ranch for our 50s Sock Hop on January 31st, 7:30-9:30 pm. We’ll have root beer floats, oldies, and plenty of chances to make memories she’ll cherish forever. Dust off those dancing shoes, daddy-o! Suggested ages: 3rd thru 12th grade. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register.
2nd Annual Renewed Marriage Night
Join us for an encouraging evening focused on strengthening Christ-centered marriages. Friday, February 6th at 6:00 p.m., in partnership with the Fellowship Kids Parents’ Night Out Mission Fundraiser. Dinner is provided, and there is no cost to attend—donations to the fundraiser are encouraged. If dropping off children, please register using the Parents’ Night Out Registration form; otherwise, register at fellowshipconway.org/register. Space is limited, so sign up by January 30th.
Fellowship Widows’ Lunch
The Widows’ Valentine Luncheon will be on Thursday, February 12 at noon, 3680 Gresham Drive (home of Ambra Austin). Please RSVP to Judy at 329-3535 or Ambra at 730-6795 by January 29.
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Hebrews - An eight-week Bible beginning February 3.
Precept Study on James - A 10-week study beginning February 17.