Peter is calling his reader to seek spiritual truth and become transformed people. A people who reflect Jesus’ design in their lives, right down to their core. A changed stone to match the Original. I like Peter’s reference to Jesus as the Chief Cornerstone as well as a Stumbling Stone. Jesus as Lord and Savior […]
Peter calls to the believers to conduct themselves as models of God’s change in their lives. “You shall be holy, for I am holy” (verse 16). Before I get into our study I have to tell you that today’s title reminded me of the old Batman TV show. I can hear Robbin saying, “Holy conductors […]
Peter is excited about the gift of a living hope that was purchased for us. The prophets of old longed to see it but it was held for us instead. I LOVE Peter’s enthusiasm in the very first words of this passage. How do I know he was excited? Because his first statement, after asking […]
Peter is addressing his letter to the new believers who were scattered by persecution. It is a wide geographical group but still the body of Christ. God knew who these people were before they even knew Him. He knew the persecution they were going to face. He knew they were going to be scattered. He […]
Peter commands his readers to submit to the authorities placed over them. This call is to ALL and encompasses ALL authorities over us. So many people today are pushing back against authority figures. The police are a prime example of an authoritative organization that is being disrespected. Yes! There are some legitimate claims of abuse […]