Christians have a lifelong goal: To become like Christ.
This involves change, and change isn't always easy. But the more you know of God's purposes
for you, the more you can experience His joy and participate in His plan.
The LifeChange Series of Bible studies on books of the Bible can help you grow in Christlikeness
through a life-changing encounter with God's Word. You'll benefit in these important ways:
You'll gain a firm understanding of the book - its historical context, purpose, structure and
meaning;
You'll apply its powerful, relevant wisdom to needs and issues you are currently working through;
and
You'll acquire personal study skills and a thirst to return to the book on your own - so you can
keep going deeper into its life-transforming truths.
1 Peter
For young Christians facing ridicule in a pagan world, it was difficult to focus on their "living
hope". The Apostle Peter wrote to remind these hard-pressed Christians of their rich identities in
Christ, and to encourage them to face their sufferings with Christ-like character. Peter's heartfelt
challenge to practical Christianity will inspire you to meet your trials wit the same confidence in
'the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ."
CONTENTS
Background-Peter and His Readers/Map of the Roman Empire
1. Overview
Chart of 1 Peter
2. Praise (1:1-12)
3. Consequences of Rebirth (1:13-2:3)
4. God's Chosen (2:4-10)
5. Lifestyle Witness (2:11-17)
6. Submit as Christ (2:18-25)
7. Marital Relations (3:1-7)
8. Facing Mistreatment (3:8-22)
9. Suffering in the Body (4:1-11)
10.Suffering for the Name (4:12-19)
11.An Orderly Community (5:1-7)
12.Final Exhortations (5:8-14)
13.Review
Going On in 1 Peter
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