1 Peter 3:18–22
Sunday, June 29, 2025
Rick Cornejo
1 Peter 3:18–22 | Pastor Rick
Christ Suffered, Christ Substituted, Christ Saved
In this encouraging message from 1 Peter 3:18–22, Pastor Rick unpacks a powerful, concise verse that captures the heart of the gospel: “Christ suffered once for sins, the just for the unjust, that He might bring us to God.”
We see Christ’s suffering, His substitution for us, and His saving work — all accomplished through His death and resurrection. Pastor Rick also addresses the debated passage about Jesus preaching to the spirits in prison, reminding us that no matter the details, Christ is always victorious, even in death and in the darkest places.
This passage highlights God’s patience, our need for grace, and the power of Christ’s resurrection. Baptism is explored as an outward declaration of an inward transformation, not what saves us but what boldly displays our faith.
Above all, we’re reminded that Jesus is not distant from our suffering — He reigns, He is with us, and He draws us toward Him in every season.
Packinghouse’s Sunday evening worship service from June 29, 2025