New Testament General Epistles 5 chapters
1 Peter
Hope for "elect exiles" suffering for their faith: born again to a living hope, called to holy living, honorable conduct, and joyful endurance after Christ's example.
Outline
- Ch. 1 A living hope; an imperishable inheritance; be holy
- Ch. 2 Living stones and a royal priesthood; Christ's example in suffering
- Ch. 3 Marriage, blessing under persecution, a defense of hope (3:15)
- Ch. 4 Suffering as a Christian; stewarding grace
- Ch. 5 Shepherd the flock; humility; cast your anxieties on Him