1 Peter 1:1-12
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1 Peter 1:1–2 (NASB 2020)
Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To those who reside as strangers, scattered throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, who are chosen according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, by the sanctifying work of the Spirit, to obey Jesus Christ and be sprinkled with His blood: May grace and peace be multiplied to you.
What is the definition of “chosen” (same Greek word meaning elect)?
What is the definition of “foreknowledge”? Is this the same as predestination?
Application:
How does our discussion about “chosen” and “foreknowledge” guide your/mine interactions with others? Is our personal view regarding this even matter and worth mentioning?
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His great mercy has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to obtain an inheritance which is imperishable, undefiled, and will not fade away, reserved in heaven for you, who are protected by the power of God through faith for a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.
Only 1 Peter 1:3 uses this Greek word for “caused”, what is the agent and result?
From what are we “...protected by the power of God...”?
Application:
Would our mindset change if everyday for a month we blessed God (read the above verse and think on it)?
In this you greatly rejoice, even though now for a little while, if necessary, you have been distressed by various trials, so that the proof of your faith, being more precious than gold which perishes though tested by fire, may be found to result in praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ;
Does anyone else get lost in Peter’s 100 word sentences?
How does the above compare to what we learned in James?
Who determines “if necessary”? Why would trails be “necessary”?
Application:
How can we view trails as “necessary” instead of unnecessary/opportunities?
and though you have not seen Him, you love Him, and though you do not see Him now, but believe in Him, you greatly rejoice with joy inexpressible and full of glory, obtaining as the outcome of your faith, the salvation of your souls.
Is there significance in the following ratios? “not seen:love” and “not see:great rejoice”
How do we “…rejoice with joy inexpressible...”?
This is a forward looking view into eternity. How does a forward look impact us today?
Application:
Add this section to verses 3-5. Be prepared to share the results in January.
As to this salvation, the prophets who prophesied of the grace that would come to you made careful searches and inquiries, seeking to know what person or time the Spirit of Christ within them was indicating as He predicted the sufferings of Christ and the glories to follow. It was revealed to them that they were not serving themselves, but you, in these things which now have been announced to you through those who preached the gospel to you by the Holy Spirit sent from heaven—things into which angels long to look.
How did the prophets serve us?
What are the angels yearning to see?
Application:
How do we develop a habit of yearning to see?