Light + Truth You Are Aliens
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May 3, 2023 Navigate the struggle of living a God-centered life in a culture that often opposes faith. Discover what it means to be 'aliens of the dispersion,' and embrace a new identity in Christ that transforms purpose and belonging. Delve into the dynamics of submitting to earthly authorities while remaining distinct in your beliefs. Learn how to foster desires that align with God's purpose while resisting worldly temptations. Overall, it’s about cultivating a life rooted in hope, identity, and divine authority.
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God-Saturated Life
- John Piper emphasizes living a God-saturated life, even in a hostile culture.
- He explores 1 Peter 1:1-2, focusing on the concept of Christians as "aliens."
Defining "Alien"
- The term "alien" in 1 Peter refers to Christians living as strangers in a world not their home.
- Piper argues it refers to a spiritual alienation, not a geographical one.
Christians as Aliens
- Piper uses scriptural references to support his interpretation of "aliens" as all Christians, not just Jewish ones.
- He highlights passages in Romans, 1 Peter, and Philippians to explain this concept.
