Continuation of previous lesson: Growing Up in Salvation Introduction Although we can learn many theologies, ethical teachings and practices by reading the New Testament documents, we may miss the intent of the document. We need to read Peter’s letters in the context of the drama he set up for us. This is how we learn […]
Lesson Seven – Growing Up in Salvation
Growing Up in Salvation Introduction Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that you may grow up in your salvation, now that you know the Lord is good. NIV As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby: If so be ye have tasted that the Lord is […]
Lesson Six – Christian’s Secure Position
Christian’s Secure Position Introduction Therefore, dear friends, since you already know this, be on your guard so that you may not be carried away by the error of lawless men and fall from your secure position. But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To Him be glory both […]
Lesson Five – Theology of Being Born Again
Theology of Being Born Again Introduction So I will always remind you of these things, even though you know them and are firmly established in the truth you now have. I think it is right to refresh your memory as long as I live in the tent of this body, because I know that I […]
Lesson Four – Deity
Introduction to Deity An overview of I Peter chapters 1 & 2. Deity Peter introduced the Three Persons of Deity in the role they serve the elect in the introductory order of his first letter (I Pet. 1:2; Col. 2:9; II Cor. 13:14). The elect are the Christians “who have been chosen” by God to […]
Lesson Three – Following Peter’s Train of Thought in His Second Letter
Following Peter’s Train of Thought in His Second Letter Introduction The aim of this lesson is to follow Peter’s structure of the body of his second letter. He used the standard form for writing letters in the first century in the Roman Empire. Peter’s introduction of himself, the identification of the recipients, the grace and […]
Lesson Two – The Body of Peter’s First Letter
The Body of Peter’s First Letter Introduction This is a continuation of Lesson One. In this lesson we will make a summary observation of the body and close of Peter’s first letter. We will keep his express purpose for writing the letter in mind according to Lesson One. The aim is to follow Peter’s thoughts […]
Lesson One – Reading I & II Peter
Reading I & II Peter Please review Part I, “Reading James,” item A, entitled, “Biblical principles for reading and interpreting a letter.” We will apply these same principles for reading Peter’s letters. In fact, we cannot properly read his first letter until we understand his prophesies in his second letter. They are about what the […]
Introduction, Why Peter Wrote I & II Peter
Why Peter Wrote I & II Peter Why were these letters written? This is the first question disciples of Jesus Christ ask about each letter in the Bible. We ask this and other questions so we can read them according to the principles of biblical interpretation. This exegetical approach protects us from forcing our presuppositions […]
Lesson Thirteen – The Church Family
The Church Family Lesson Text: James 5:13-20. A. Word Study. From Vine’s Expository Dictionary of Biblical words. 1. 5:13. a. “Afflicted” (KJV) and “in trouble” (NIV) has been translated from “kakepatheo.” This is a combination of “kakos,” evil, plus “pathos,” suffering; it signifies “to suffer hardship.” b. “He should pray.” NIV. “Let them pray.” KJV. […]
