The church is experiencing marginalization and persecution worldwide, and believers are struggling to find their place in a culture that no longer pretends to believe what they believe. Peter's letter to the scattered believers in 1 Peter reminds them that they have been chosen by God, and this truth is a source of encouragement and hope in the midst of suffering. [... more]

The book of Leviticus teaches that God reserved the right of estimating the value of things to himself, and this principle is applied to our service and sacrifices. Jesus Christ is the evaluator of our value, evaluating the details of our work, our devotion to his word, and the distinctness of our worship. He determines the worth of our virtues and the value of our efforts, giving back our recompense and placing his price on our praise. [... more]