Some also maintain that the book reflects a situation that did not exist until after peter s death, suggesting that the persecution referred to in 4. Elect according to the foreknowledge of god the father, through sanctification of the spirit, unto obedience and sprinkling of the blood of jesus christ. See, i lay a stone in zion, a chosen and precious cornerstone, and the one who trusts in him will never be put to shame. The first chapter of peter s second epistle was directed at those who were likeminded in how they viewed christianity and the lord. Some also maintain that the book reflects a situation that did not exist until after peters death, suggesting that the persecution referred to in 4. This is the holy book of 2 peter, known as the second epistle general of peter. Since peter was martyred during the reign of nero, his death must have occurred prior to a. Thus in 1 peter silass greek may be seen, while in 2 peter it may be peter s rough greek that appears. An introduction to the book of 1 peter related media i. Nicole preface chapter 1 the bible and authority chapter 2 the bible and revelation chapter 3 the bible and inspiration chapter 4 the bible and inerrancy chapter 5 the bible and truth chapter.
The book is believed to have been written by peter between 60 and 65 ad. The baptist standard bearer, 1 iron oaks dr, paris, ar, 72855. The milk of the word that word of god which nourishes the soul as milk does the body, and which is sincere, pure from all guile, so that none are deceived who cleave to it. Christ is a living stone because he has life john 1. Whether you have read the bible once or a hundred times, this experience is one you wont forget.
Therefore, laying aside all malice, all deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and all evil speaking, as newborn babes, desire the pure milk of the word, that you may grow thereby, if indeed you have tasted that the lord is gracious. The holy bible book 61 2 peter kjv dramatized audio. Mcknight refers to cloud and townsend in the bridging section on 1 peter 3. This is being aired by permission of the holder litchfield associates, all rights. The paperback bible presents the bible by the book and is designed to be portable, readable, and truly personal with ample margins for notations. That peter, the head of the twelve, was the author of this letter is not only strongly supported by the external and internal evidence, but is more logical than any of the objections raised against it. The second chapter of the book covers the topics of growing, being and doing. Who himself bore our sins that is, the punishment due to them.
This book was likely written in the early 60s, and the second book attributed to peter was probably written a few years later. In his afflicted, torn, dying body on the tree the cross, whereon chiefly slaves or servants were wont to suffer. Desire always, as earnestly as new born babes do, 1 peter 1. Peter reveals that such submission is commendable before god and follows the example of jesus whose own suffering delivered us from sin 1825. Peter, an apostle of jesus christ, to the strangers scattered throughout pontus, galatia, cappadocia, asia, and bithynia, 2. Reading plans advanced search available versions audio bibles. Simon peter, a servant and apostle of jesus christ, to those who through the righteousness of our god and savior jesus christ have received a faith as precious as ours. Peter, an apostle of jesus christ, to gods elect, exiles scattered throughout the. You can drag the border between the menu and the text with your mouse and use the links at the bottom of the. Wherefore laying aside all malice, and all guile, and hypocrisies, and envies, and all evil speakings, 2as. Hes a member of jesus inner circle, and hes writing this letter to jewishchristians all throughout the roman empire. Christ was rejected by the jewish leaders, but chosen by god to be the rock foundation matthew 16. Simeon the hebrew for peters original name acts 15. This summary of the book of 1 peter provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology.
Hes got some important things to tell themmainly that there will be tough times, but that its all good. Thus in 1 peter silass greek may be seen, while in 2 peter it may be peters rough greek that appears. Use the menu to the left to select the book and chapter of the bible you want to hear, then click the chapter number. Grace and peace be yours in abundance through the knowledge of god and of jesus our lord.
In that beginning chapter peter tells the readers that gods word endures forever and therefore should be studied and preached. The nt had four different names for this individual. Be done with all deceit, hypocrisy, jealousy, and all unkind speech. He left his case in the hands of god, who always judges fairly. The new john gills exposition of the entire bible modernised and adapted for the computer by larry pierce of online bible.
They will secretly introduce destructive heresies, even denying the sovereign lord who bought them bringing swift destruction on themselves. This application seemed reasonable and appropriate on the touchy question of obedience. This is the holy book of 1 peter, known as the first epistle general of peter. A versebyverse study of 2 peter karl kemp bible teaching. Among the niv commentaries in this series, the mcknight commentary on 1 peter is a gem. That we being dead to sin wholly delivered both from the guilt and power of it.
If you want to go to a different chapter, just select it from the menu. Peter to jude has revealing and passionate performances from world class actors, an original music score and sound effects that make you feel like you are there with jesus and his disciples. The holy bible book 60 1 peter kjv dramatized audio. That peter, the head of the twelve, was the author of this letter is not only strongly supported by the external and internal evidence, but is more logical than any of the objections raised against it a. All rightes reserved, larry pierce, winterbourne, ontario. For ever since the fathers fell asleep, all continues just as it was from the beginning of creation 2 pet. In 2 peter chapter 1, the apostle peter makes an effort to prepare christians with the necessary tools that they would need to combat fake religious teachers in the church. I want you to recall the words spoken in the past by the holy prophets and the command given by our lord and savior through your apostles. All of this flows from the conclusion of chapter 1. Cry out for this nourishment, 3 now that you have had a taste of the lords kindness. Confirming ones calling and election his divine power has given us everything we need for a godly life through our knowledge of him.
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