You don’t need a title or a platform to lead well. In this episode, Pastor Chris walks through 1 Peter 3 and 5 to show how every believer can lead with courage, conviction, and quiet strength. You’ll hear practical encouragement on pursuing peace, standing firm without fear, giving the reason for your hope with gentleness, and living out humble leadership in everyday life. 

Link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2285086/episodes/18159510

Key Points:
 • Anyone can pursue peace and do what is right, even when facing pushback.
 • You can stand firm in your faith and refuse to let fear silence your witness.
 • Every believer can be ready to explain their hope in Christ with gentleness and respect.
 • Humble, integrity filled leadership is something God grows in anyone who is willing.

Notable Quotes:
 • Sometimes your most effective leadership shows when things are hard.
 • Do not let fear silence your faith.
 • Share the reason for your hope with gentleness and respect.

Personal Stories:
 • A Hardee’s job where a manager disliked Chris becomes a lesson in perseverance and peacemaking.
 • Listening to John Maxwell in the garage during late night work projects shaped his leadership journey.

Actionable Takeaways:
 • Identify one strained relationship and take a step toward peace.
 • Prepare a short testimony and a couple of questions for spiritual conversations.
 • Pray for courage to speak for Christ this week.

Scripture References:
 1 Peter 3:8-18
 Psalm 34:12-14
 John 14:6
 Colossians 4:6
 1 Peter 5:1-5
 Jude 23

Keywords:
 Christian leadership, courage, everyday discipleship, hope, evangelism, peacemaking, humility, 1 Peter

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The WELL Faith Sermon Audio Podcast shares practical and encouraging Bible-based messages from Pastor Chris Teien to help you grow in your walk with Christ. A new message is released every Sunday. Episodes marked with an asterisk (*) are replay episodes from previous years. Find resources at ChrisTeien.com and Rockwell.church in Virginia, MN. Follow and review on your favorite platform. Send comments to: connect@christeien.com