Past, Present, and Future Joys

Summary

The sermon explores the themes of past, present, and future joys found in 1 Peter 1, emphasizing God's sovereign election, sanctification by the Spirit, and the sprinkling of Christ's blood as the foundation of Christian joy. It highlights the reality of suffering and persecution faced by believers, encouraging them to find hope and peace through God's grace. The preacher underscores the transformative work of God from before the world began and the ongoing process of sanctification in the believer's life. The message calls believers to recognize their identity as elect strangers in the world, anchored in the joy of God's eternal purpose and love.