How to Win When Life Feels Unfair

Life isn’t always fair, but how we respond reveals where our faith really stands. In this message from 1 Peter, Pastor Chris Teien shows how believers can honor God even when treated unjustly. Discover how to live with grace, honor, and blessing so your life reflects Jesus in every relationship—at home, at work, and in the world. 

Link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2285086/episodes/18120185

Key Points:

1. Win by respecting authority. 1 Peter 2:13–17. Submit for the Lord’s sake, do good, and let honorable conduct silence critics. See also Romans 13:1–2 and 1 Timothy 2:1–2.
2. Win by serving at home. 1 Peter 3:1–7. A Christlike spirit at home speaks louder than words, and husbands honor their wives so prayers are not hindered.
3. Win by blessing others. 1 Peter 3:8–9. Refuse payback, return insults with blessing, pursue unity, compassion, and humility.
4. When government commands what God forbids, obey God. Acts 5:29. Live peaceably yet faithfully, letting your light shine (Matthew 5:16).

Personal Story from Pastor Chris:
A ninth-grade push into the gymnastics team just to pass typing class became a lifelong lesson in what real winning looks like. Even when you don’t get the medal, you can still win by showing character, kindness, and encouragement.

Notable Quotes:
• Would you rather be a loser in the world’s eyes and a winner in God’s eyes?
• We are freed from sin, not freed to sin.
• Let your good deeds shine so people praise your Father in heaven.

Actionable Takeaways:
• Where am I more concerned with winning approval than pleasing Christ.
• Practice visible honor. Speak respectfully about leaders and disagree without contempt this week.
• Choose one difficult relationship and bless that person intentionally. Pray for them daily.
• At home, express genuine appreciation to your spouse through a specific word of honor and a simple act of service based on 1 Peter 3:1–7.

Scripture References:
1 Peter 2:13–17; 3:1–9. Romans 13:1–2. Acts 5:29. 1 Timothy 2:1–2. Matthew 5:16.

Keywords:
1 Peter, faith under pressure, honoring authority, marriage, blessing others, discipleship, holiness, gospel credibility, grace in hardship, Rockwell Church

Challenge:
Ask Jesus to help you win His way this week by responding with grace when life feels unfair. Honor authority, serve humbly, bless those who wrong you, and let your life point others to Him.

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The WELL Faith Podcast shares practical, Bible-based messages from Pastor Chris Teien to help you worship, encourage, learn, and love in everyday life. 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, and follow and review the podcast on your favorite listening platform.