1 Peter
What is the title of our sermon series?
Exalting Christ In Exile
John 3:16
For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.
This 2nd-century Bishop of Smyrna and student of the Apostle John famously refused to recant his faith, stating, "Eighty and six years have I served Him, and He has done me no wrong."
Who is Polycarp?
How many elders are on the leadership team?
10 - 8 Elders, 2 Deacons
In the federal election held in May 2025, this incumbent Prime Minister led the Labor Party to a decisive "landslide" victory.
Who is Anthony Albanese?
A major theme of 1 Peter is living in exile, what phrase does he call the church to explain this in 2:9? (Hint: God's _____ _____)
1 Peter 2:9
But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.
Romans 8:28
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.
At the Diet of Worms in 1521, Martin Luther was ordered to recant his writings before this Holy Roman Emperor.
Who is Charles V?
Who are the Impact team leaders?
Matt, Maggie & Nigel
This Australian Formula One driver, born in Melbourne, became a genuine title contender in the 2025 season, famously fueling a rivalry with teammate Lando Norris.
Who is Oscar Piastri?
Which verse was the most stated throughout the series?
1 Peter 2:9
Philippians 4:13
I can do all this through him who gives me strength.
This 5th-century theological conflict, settled at the Council of Chalcedon, addressed the "Hypostatic Union"—the union of Christ's divine and human natures in one person.
What is the Christological Controversy (or Chalcedonian Definition)?
How many Fellowship Groups are there?
14 including 3 women's day group
In late 2025, Australian aviation authorities implemented a high-profile ban on these specific items from being carried in aircraft cabins following a series of mid-flight fires.
What are power banks (or portable lithium-ion batteries)?
List all the preachers who have preached in this series.
Jayan, James, Jeff
Jeremiah 29:11
For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
Known as the "Morning Star of the Reformation," this 14th-century English theologian translated the Bible into the common vernacular and was later declared a heretic posthumously.
Who is John Wycliffe?
What is the projected income/expense of the '25-'26 budget? (Closest wins)
Income - $498,000
Expense - $535,021
This 22-year-old surfer made history in 2025 by breaking through to claim her first world title with a dominant performance at the WSL finals in Fiji.
Who is Molly Picklum?
Finish the sentence: In hard times, we must _____ _____, _____ _____ and _____ _____.
(This week's sermon theme.)
In hard times, we must lead faithfully, relate humbly and stand together.
Psalm 23:1-2
... The LORD is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters,
This 17th-century gathering of the Reformed Church in the Netherlands was convened to settle the controversy initiated by the rise of Arminianism, resulting in the "Five Points of Calvinism."
What is the Synod of Dort?
What year did SBC start?
"In the spring of 2002 Dom & Leslie Fiocco began meeting with two other families to pray about planting an evangelical church in the south of Canberra. Between the 3 couples they had 8 young children. Under God’s leading they started Woden Valley Bible Church (WVBC) in a lounge-room on a Saturday afternoon."
In early 2026, the High Court of Australia issued a landmark ruling regarding the "Duty of Care" owed by the Federal Government to this specific group of people concerning the impacts of climate change.
Who are young people (or future generations/children)?