1 Peter

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First Peter is addressed to Christians facing difficult challenges in their lives. It calls them to continue their struggle in the face of suffering and to be a submissive (not rebellious) people. In this short letter, Peter discusses many important topics: living holy lives, the fear of the Lord, Satan and temptation, persevering in the face of trials, submission to the government, the Holy Spirit, husband-wife relationships, effective prayer, baptism, unity, directions to elders who lead churches (and to those younger in the congregation, who are led by them), loving one another, humility, and our ultimate goal of salvation. Notes are provided for each lesson in this eleven-part series for self-study, reflection, and as a resource to teach others.

On Submission and Adornment (1 Peter 2:18-3:6)

Peter calls slaves to submit to their masters. How do we grapple with this disturbing counter-cultural teaching, and how might its principles apply to Christians today? Peter also calls wives to submit to their husbands. Can we dismiss this commandment as a relic from a backward, unenlightened era; or does it still apply in Christian

On Submission and Adornment (1 Peter 2:18-3:6) View Lesson

On Submission and Adornment (1 Peter 2:18-3:6) View Lesson

So Your Prayers May Not Be Hindered (1 Peter 3:7-12)

After addressing the wives, Peter turns his attention to the husbands. He calls them to treat their wives with honor and understanding, "that your prayers may not be hindered." We first consider the challenging New Testament teaching for Christian husbands, to lay down their lives in love to meet the needs of their wives. We

So Your Prayers May Not Be Hindered (1 Peter 3:7-12) View Lesson

So Your Prayers May Not Be Hindered (1 Peter 3:7-12) View Lesson

Persecuted for Righteousness; Hades and Baptism (1 Peter 3:13-22)

Peter begins by giving us guidance for when we face suffering, including persecution. Yet, are we really being persecuted for the sake of righteousness? Peter then explains that Jesus "preached to the spirits in prison" after His death. We examine how early Christians understood this puzzling passage, and how it sheds light on what happens

Persecuted for Righteousness; Hades and Baptism (1 Peter 3:13-22) View Lesson

Persecuted for Righteousness; Hades and Baptism (1 Peter 3:13-22) View Lesson

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