“Spiritual Freedom and Equality in Christ”

“Spiritual Freedom and Equality in Christ”

Text: 1 Peter 2:5

Scripture Reading: 1 Peter 1 1-17

Introduction:  Understanding the doctrine of the Priesthood of the Believer.  Freedom and equality in religion are what the doctrine of the priesthood of each believer is all about.

I. As a priest, we must answer some questions.

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II. As a priest, each believer has direct access to God.  

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III. As a priest, the believer has responsibility for others.

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The church is known as priesthood, and has direct access to God, with responsibility for others.