Since Jesus' victorious suffering saved us, we can face suffering fearlessly. PETER'S ARGUMENTS 1. of Christ: Not a Defeat (1 Peter 3:18) A. Result 1: Atonement for sinners (1 Peter 3:18) B. Result 2: Victory over evil spirits (1 Peter 3:19-20, 22) C. Result 3: Heavenly Exaltation / Glory (1 Peter 3:22) 2. from God's Wrath Comes by Cross-Based Appeal for a Good Conscience (1 Peter 3:21a) 3. : You Share Jesus' Resurrection & Glory by Union w/ Him (1 Peter 3:21b-22) HARD QUESTIONS In what sense was Jesus “made alive in the spirit” (1 Peter 3:18)? Imprisoned spirits: what / when / where / to whom did Jesus proclaim (1 Peter 3:19-20)? In what sense does baptism save you (1 Peter 3:21)? APPLICATIONS Notes: