1 Peter

Author:

  • Most likely Peter

Audience:

  • Christians dispersed in Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia and Bithynia- primarily Gentiles

Key Themes:

  • Those who suffer as Christians will be exalted.
  • The church of Jesus Christ is the new temple, the new Israel, the new people of God.
  • Believers should set their hope on their end time inheritance.
  • Christ died as a substitute for sinners, and his death is the basis for their new life.
  • Christ's suffering is an example to his disciples.
  • At his resurrection, Christ triumphed over his enemies.
  • Christians should live righteously in their new homes and in society.
  • New life in Christ is the basis for life of love and holiness.

**taken from Crossway Books  ESV Study Bible