100. Set Apart

First Peter sermon series — Start your week anchored in identity: In this episode Pastor Tom Pound and young-adult leader Griffin Richards introduce a 13-week walk through First Peter designed to move you from hearing the Bible to living it. Griffin shares a raw testimony of encountering the Holy Spirit on the operating table at 18 and how that moment led him into church, seminary, and leading a purposeful young-adult ministry. Pastor Tom explains the four pillars of the series—daily devotionals, a weekly sermon, small-group discussions, and this Going Deeper podcast—and why adult learning theory matters for spiritual growth. You’ll hear practical tools for mastering your morning through Scripture, prayer prompts, and journaling, plus pastoral teaching on the twin truths that God chooses us and we live as “chosen foreigners” in culture. Whether you’re new to faith, returning, or leading a small group, this episode gives conversation starters, mission clarity, and spiritual practices you can try tomorrow. Listen now to join the study and start the week with purpose. Discussion Questions: Share a moment you felt unexpectedly supported or at peace in a high-stress situation. How did that experience shape you? Griffin described sensing God’s presence before his surgery. How do you respond when someone shares a miraculous or unusual faith experience? Read 1 Peter 1:1-2. What strikes you about the phrase “chosen foreigners”? How does that idea land in your life right now? Pastor Tom said, “God knew you, loved you, and chose you before the creation of the world.” How does that truth affect your identity and daily choices? The series recommends a scripture-for-the-week rhythm (daily reading, sermon, discussion). Which of these three (deliberation, hearing, discussion) is hardest for you and why? What small step could you take this week?