Main Point: Since we will be vindicated with Christ, we must do good to others while we suffer
Doing Good in Suffering
1 Peter 3:8-22
1. What stops you from effectively sharing the hope that you have when you are asked to give your reasons for it, and what can you do to prepare yourself better? Or are you never asked? In which case, what does that suggest about how you live, and what will you do about that?
2. Jesus has defeated the devil and announced his victory over the demonic realm. How does knowing this help Christians face unjust suffering?
3. How has this passage helped you to appreciate your baptism? How can you use your baptism next time you are tempted to avoid suffering for doing what is good?
4. How can you grow in doing good to those around you? Reread the list of virtues in verses 9-10 and ask yourself where you can better follow in the footsteps of Christ.