Book of 1 peter commentary

The author identifies himself as the apostle peter 1. He was called by jesus to follow him at matthew matt. This epistle was written to give christians a fuller understanding of whats going on. The author presents himself as peter the apostle, and, following catholic tradition, the epistle has been held to have been written during his time as bishop of rome or bishop of antioch, though neither title is used in the epistle. The opening verse of the epistle claims it was written by peter, who was clearly the leader among christs apostles. Commentaries for 1 peter chapter 2 and the approaching end of the jewish state, as a reason for sobriety, watchfulness, and prayer. Keep a notebook handy to jot down questions, ideas and applications. He was a fisherman by trade and had a partnership with james and john. This is seen in his treatment of the great words of the gospel, many of. You can find the best commentary on 1 peter for you using the tools on the right side. And with the notation that it was his first inspired letter. In new testament times many people could speak and read the greek language. By the motive of hope to which god has regenerated us 1 peter 1. Whether youve loved the book or not, if you give your honest and detailed thoughts then people will find new books that are right for them.

The elders who are among you i exhort, i who am a fellow elder and a witness of the sufferings of christ, and also a partaker of the glory that will be revealed. Johnsons bible commentary to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. I include the category of canonization in 1 peter because the issue is so controversial with 2 peter. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. They should be sober and watchful, because their adversary the devil is. His name was simon, but jesus changed it to peter john 1. The first epistle of peter, usually referred to simply as first peter and often written 1 peter, is a book of the new testament. Jobes does a great job of addressing the theology of the book as a whole and is thorough in her exegesis. Book of 1 peter matthew henrys bible commentary concise. Check out my bible study tools page for recommendations. It is wellresearched, the footnotes are thorough and it is clearly understandable. Howard marshall intro to 1 peter in ivp commentary series. Read and study 1 peter, including book summary, with the versebyverse bible commentary.

One of the general or catholic epistles near the end of the new testament, t. Evilspeaking is a sign of malice and guile in the heart. Study the bible online using commentary on 1 peter 1 and more. We know this because his motherinlaw lived with him. Top 5 commentaries on the book of 1 peter ligonier ministries. It is certain from scripture that simon peter was one of the first of those whom our. Read 1 peter commentary using commentary critical and explanatory on the whole bible. He was a profane and professional fisherman john 1. In addition, one can cease to be one of the elect due to their own unfaithfulness.

Sanctified suffering commentary on book of 1 peter paul apple 1997 this data file is the sole property of the author paul apple. He was born in bethsaida and lived in capernaum where he followed the occupation of fishing. The dispersion was the recognised name for the jews dwelling in gentile countries. Introduction to 1 peter author the inspired author was peter the apostle 1. So richly stored is it with counsel, warning, and consolation that luther, the conflicts of whose life will bear some. Those who accept the call become one of the chosen matthew 22. However, permission is granted for others to use and distribute these materials for the edification of others under two simple conditions. Clowneys commentary is not the most technical, nor the most exhaustive work on 1 peter by any stretch. J vernon mcgee peter deals with doctrine and handles weighty subjects.

These old testament themes are repeated throughout the book. It shows that we are being conformed to the image of his son romans 8. In this newest addition to the acclaimed becnt series, respected new testament scholar karen h. Peter, of which this epistle may be considered as a part fulfillment. In the ancient church it was never doubted as a true letter from the apostle peter. Moreover, the letter reflects the history and terminology of the gospels and acts notably peters speeches. Like all jewish boys, peter had to learn and remember many old testament verses. Directions to the elders to feed the flock of god, and not to be lord over gods heritage, that when the chief shepherd does appear, they may receive a crown of glory, 14.

To the strangers scattered throughout pontus, galatia, cappadocia, asia, and bithynia, elect according to the foreknowledge of god the father, you might go for fifty years to some places of worship, and never hear the word elect even mentioned. The author of this book is a unique individual indeed. Other readers will always be interested in your opinion of the books youve read. Read 1 peter 1 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Peter praises god, who caused people to be born again into a new family with a living hope through jesus resurrection and the spirits power. The letter was written to christians in asia minor 1. Jesus addressed peter as satan alone among the disciples. And encouraged to patience under persecutions for righteousness sake, considering that christ suffered patiently. The consideration of christs sufferings is urged for purity and holiness. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading 1 peter macarthur new testament commentary macarthur new testament commentary series book 29. The book is largely undisputed in authorship or canonicity. Below, you can find all the video from our look at the book weekend on 1 peter 23. As we see these things in our life, we know that our lives are becoming more like the nature of jesus. Gcbi is a one year bible program designed to give students the tools and knowledge required to understand the bible and form a biblical worldview, with the goal of.

The letter has always been identified as are most general epistles, like james, john and jude, with the name of the author, peter. The author was the apostle peter, whose name before he became a disciple, was simon. It has been extremely helpful to me in preparing a sermon series from 1 peter. Edmund clowney the message of 1 peter the bible speaks today, 1988. Peter, an apostle of jesus christ, to the strangers scattered throughout pontus, galatia, cappadocia, asia, and bithynia, elect according to the foreknowledge of god the father, through sanctification of the spirit, unto obedience and sprinkling of the blood of jesus christ. Outline of the book of i peter floral heights church of. Click the bible to visit the new being developed more resources, better tools and easier navigation. Peter the work of the trinity in mans election and salvation 1 peter 1. In fact, it is less a commentary than it is an exposition, or, as brown himself called what he was doing, a discourse. The genuineness and canonical authority of the first epistle of peter have never been disputed. Study 1 peter using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. The young are to submit themselves to the elder, and to humble themselves under the mighty hand of god, and cast all their care upon him, 67. This is probably the best midlevel commentary on 1 peter that is out today. This meant that the good news about jesus could spread easily.