The Commons Church - East Lansing 1 Peter 5:8 | Sober-Minded
Nov 23, 2025
Austin Wadlow wraps up a riveting discussion on sober-mindedness, highlighting four key traits: seeing straight, standing firm, speaking clearly, and staying awake. He shares a personal story of choosing sobriety in college and delves into the dangers of spiritual intoxication from worldly influences. The conversation emphasizes the importance of engaging with Scripture as a guiding light and maintaining clarity in communication. Vigilance against cultural pressures and understanding the true enemy are essential themes, wrapping up with a call to embrace the gospel.
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Memorize The Verse
- Memorize and rehearse key Scripture like 1 Peter 5:8 to internalize warnings and commands.
- Practice saying the verse aloud until it anchors your attention and recall.
Fraternity Pledge Story
- Austin Wadlow shares joining a fraternity in college and committing not to drink alcohol as his ministry.
- Pledge brothers intervened (slapping a jello shot away) and helped him avoid intoxication.
Sober-Minded Means Spiritual Clarity
- 'Sober-minded' describes mental and spiritual clarity, not just avoidance of alcohol.
- The sober person sees straight, stands firm, speaks clear, and stays awake.
