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Sermon Outline
May 27, 2026
Title: Tips Not To Be Deceived By The Devil
Text: 1 Peter 5:6-11
Introduction: The devil’s greatest weapon isn’t persecution — it’s deception. Apostle Peter writes to suffering Christians with a warning.
When trials come, the worst response is isolation. The best defense is to stay humble, stay prayerful, and stay in community.
1. Be ABSOLUTELY surrended
*verse 6, (surely God will HELP the HUMBLE)
"Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time."
2. Be ANXIETY free
*verse 7, (PREFER to PRAY all the more)
"Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you."
3. Be ALERT of the devil
*verse 8, (be aware of the STRATEGY of SATAN)
"Be self-controlled and alert. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour."
4. Be ACTIVE in faith
*verse 9a, (FIGHT fear with FAITH)
"Resist him, standing firm in the faith."
5. Be AWARE of the situation *verse 9b, (that the PERSECUTION is PREVALENT)
"Because you know that your brothers throughout the world are undergoing the same kind of sufferings."
6. Be ASPIRANT Of God's help
*verse 10, (grace is God's HELP to the HELPLESS)
"And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast."
7. Be ADORING To God
*verse 11, (WHATEVER happens continue to WORSHIP God)
"To him be glory and dominion for ever and ever. Amen."
Conclusion: Don’t Fight Alone. When Satan attacks through trials and temptation, isolating yourself is exactly what he wants. God designed us for community. We need brothers and sisters who will hold us up when we’re weak, pray when we’re weary, and remind us of truth when we’re tempted to believe lies.
Questions to R-E-F-L-E-C-T:
R-eliance to God:
Am I absolutely surrendered under God’s hand today?
E-xchange burden:
What anxieties do I need to cast on God right now?
F-ocus on the devil's work:
How alert am I to the devil’s strategy this week?
L-eaning on faith:
Am I actively resisting the enemy by standing firm in faith?
E-mpathy to others:
How can knowing that other believers suffer too keep me from isolation and discouragement?
C-onfidence to God:
Am I anchoring my hope in God’s grace, not my strength?
T-hanksgiving to God:
Is my heart still adoring God despite the trial?