The Forgotten Truth Every Discouraged Christian Needs | 1 Peter 1:1-2
Exalt the King with Todd FrielShow Notes
What keeps a Christian steady when culture grows darker and life feels increasingly uncertain? In this message from 1 Peter 1:1–2, Todd Friel reveals the forgotten truth that gave hope to the early church—and still anchors believers today. If you’ve been feeling discouraged, anxious, or unsettled by the world around you, this sermon will remind you where lasting peace is found.
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