1 Peter 2:8 “… as they were destined to.”
The whole idea of ‘destiny’ is a somewhat combative idea both within and without the church. In this lesson we will begin to explore this issue.
1 Peter 2:4-7 A Spiritual House and A Holy Priesthood
This is the road to spiritual maturity. We are being built into a spiritual house and a holy priesthood.
1 Peter 2:1-3 Putting Away Fleshy Filth
Having purified the soul through obedience to the truth (1:22), Peter now requires the members to begin the process of purifying the body, the deeds of the flesh.
1 Peter 1:22-25 Acting On The Call To Holiness
Peter has urged holiness in the life of the believers. In this passage he gives some definition as to what that looks like in the life of the church body.
1 Peter 1:13-21 Prepare Your Minds For Action
Christianity is not a part-time passion. We are to be mentally prepared and focused at all times, and in all situations. What does this mean? How do we do it? And what does it look like? This is our discussion.
1 Peter 1:10-12 Prophets and Prophesies
What did the Prophets know about their own prophesies? What do the angels know? Is God really in charge of history, and to what extent?
1 Peter 1:6-9 The Testing Of Your Faith
God causes us to be saved (vs. 3), Then our faith is tested to prove it. This is a good thing. Let’s examine Peter’s thoughts here.
1 Peter 1:3-5 Amazing Grace
How and why are we born again? Peter answers this in very succinct language. This passage sheds light on the very great mercy and grace of God toward sinners.
1 Peter 1:1-2 Introduction and Greeting
In this study we are introducing the use of Study Bibles for the students. We will consider introductory material from different study bibles and the style and message of the greeting.
1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 Death and Resurrection
Francis Schaeffer asked, “How Then Should We Live?” Paul answers this with respect to the Christian in the face of death and the resurrection.
