Chapter1. THE GREAT INHERITANCE ( 1 Peter 1:1-2 ) 1:1-2 Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, to God's Chosen People, who are scattered as exiles throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia and Bithynia. I am an apostle, and you are chosen, according to the fore-knowledge of God, through the consecration of the Spirit, for obedience and to be
1Peter 5:6. a phrase expressive of his omnipotence which cannot be stayed, and it would be madness to oppose it; and which is able to cast down the proud, and dash them to pieces, as well as to exalt the humble. His hand, upon men, in a way of chastisement, presses sore, and, in a way of punishment, presses down, and crushes to pieces; but to
Thisexposition consisted of readings from Psalms 88:10-18; and 1 Peter 4:1-13. Verses 1-19. 1 Peter 4:1. Forasmuch then as Christ hath suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves likewise with the same mind: Accepting this great truth, that it is well that the flesh should die that the spirit may triumph, even as it was with Christ.
PREVIOUS1 Peter 5:3 NEXT 1 Peter 5:5. 1 Peter 5:4. And when the chief Shepherd shall appear. This is the encouraging motive and argument to engage the elders and pastors of churches to discharge their office faithfully, cheerfully, and in an humble manner: by "the chief Shepherd" is meant Christ, who may well be called so, since he is God's1Peter 5:1. Therefore, I exhort the elders among you, as your fellow elder and witness of the sufferings of Christ, and a partaker also of the glory that is to be revealed, (a) The
Week5 (August 7, 2022) Preaching text: 1 Peter 5:1–14; accompanying text: Matthew 20:25-28. First Peter cultivates Christian identity defined by mutuality and kinship across
1Peter 5 Commentary; CHARLES BIGG International Critical Commentary A Critical and Exegetical Commentary 1 Peter (1905) James Rosscup - This is probably the second best older study on 1 Peter from the standpoint of the Greek text. Selwyn is the other. As other ICC works, it deals with details of philology, grammar and possible views on problems.
1Peter 5:3-5New International Version. 3 not lording it over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock. 4 And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away. 5 In the same way, you who are younger, submit yourselves to your elders. All of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward1Peter 5:5-7. 5 In the same way, you who are younger, submit yourselves to your elders. All of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, “God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.”. 6 Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time.Feedthe flock of God - Discharge the duties of a shepherd toward the flock. On the word "feed," see the notes at John 21:15. It is a word which Peter would be likely to remember, 3JJzSA.