Be Vigilant—two words that carry the weight of eternity. This study demands that you strip away the veneer of casual faith, laying bare the urgent call to watchfulness and sobriety. 1 Peter screams for the church to awaken! This isn't a suggestion; it's a lifeline thrown out to save you from the lion’s jaws—because the devil roams the earth seeking whom he may devour. It's time to get serious about your walk with God. The Word doesn't play games, and neither should you. A lukewarm life risks everything, and this isn't a gamble you want to take. The message is clear: true vigilance means more than just looking alive. It means aligning every thought, word, and deed to God's standards. It’s more than avoiding the obvious sins that ensnare the flesh—it's ultimately about keeping your soul razor-focused on God’s truth, striving for holiness through honest conversation and steadfast faith. If your lifestyle wavering is causing even one soul to stumble, it’s time to set course back to the righteousness only found in Christ. The Holy Ghost isn't just a comforter, friend; it's your power to live a life that withstands the tide of worldly temptation. Time is short, and it's closer than it's ever been. The call is to live a life of action, endurance, and sincere love; to stand firm amidst suffering and shine the light of Christ so brilliantly that the evildoers have no choice but to glorify God. Make no mistake—your works speak, and they'll either testify for you or against you. Choose wisely, because eternity waits for nobody. The teaching starts at 1:36 Focus: 1 Peter 2:12 All Verses Covered: 1 Peter 2:1-2,11-12, 3:13-17, 4:7-11, 5:8-10 Also read: Genesis 4:7, Jeremiah 29:11, Matthew 5:13-16, 7:24-27, 10:16, 24:42-44, Mark 13:33-37, Luke 12:35-40, 21:34-36, Acts 20:28, Romans 6:12, 8:6-7, 12:11-13, 13:11-14, 16:17-19, 1 Corinthians 1:10, 6:9-11, 9:24-27, 10:12-13, 15:33-34, 16:13-14, 2 Corinthians 6:3-10, 10:4-6, 11:13-15, Galatians 5:16-24, Ephesians 4:1-3, 29-32, 5:15-21, 6:10-18, Philippians 2:12-15, 3:12-16, 4:6-9, Colossians 3:1-17, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-8, 2 Thessalonians 3:3-5, 1 Timothy 1:5, 2:1-8, 4:1-8, 6:11-16, 2 Timothy 1:7-8, 2:15-19, 3:12-17, 4:2-5, Hebrews 10:22-25, 12:14-17, James 1:5-8, 22-25, 3:13-18, 4:7-10, 5:7-9, 2 Peter 1:5-11, 1 John 2:3-6, 2:15-17, 3:18-24, Jude 1:17-23 If you'd like to listen to this message on our website where you can read along as you listen, click this link: https://www.jmspodcast.com/message-details?recordId=recExMS9J4CLYlQjO We hope you enjoy this message from Elder Clifton Dawson who is now the pastor of Greater Christ Temple Church following in the footsteps of the late, great Bishop Luke Edwards, Sr. Hungry for even more messages? Listen to hundreds of Bishop Luke Edwards' messages at https://www.bishopstapes.com Greater Christ Temple Church located at 312 Edwards Drive Eutaw, AL 35462. We have Sunday School every Sunday at 9:30 am. We have a shouting good time at our evening services Sunday–Friday at 6 pm. Our choir performs every Wednesday during church service. Come join us for a great time! Access all of our messages: https://www.jmspodcast.com/messages Got a topic you want covered? Fill out our form here: https://www.jmspodcast.com/requests. These messages are recorded throughout the week. We really hope you come see us! Even if you disagree with something said, we'd like for you to join us! Bring your questions so we can see what the scriptures say! Our main goal is that everyone gets an understanding. If you have any questions about a specific scripture or topic, please contact us at https://www.jmsbpodcast.com/contact. We are open to any and all sincere questions.