Historical Backgroud
In what region were the recipients of 1 Peter primarily located?
Asia Minor
What is one major theme in 1 Peter that encourages believers to endure?
Suffering
Complete this verse: “But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation…”
“…God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.” – 1 Peter 2:9)
What does Peter say about the relationship between suffering and glory?
Suffering leads to Glory
What is the name of the Apostle who traditionally wrote the book of 1 Peter, and what nickname did Jesus give him?
Rock
What does Peter emphasize about the identity of believers in Christ?
They are a chosen people, a royal priesthood.
What verse speaks about believers being born again through the living and enduring word of God?
1 Peter 1:23
How does Peter describe the relationship between husbands and wives?
Wives should submit to their husbands, and husbands should honor their wives.
What was Peter’s primary occupation before becoming an apostle?
Fisherman
What does Peter say about the role of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers?
Sanctification
Which verse commands believers to be holy because God is holy, a core instruction for Christian living?
1 Peter 1:3-4
What does Peter say about the importance of love in the Christian community?
Love covers a multitude of sins. 1 Peter 4:8
Which two groups of people does Peter address in his letter?
Jews and Gentiles
What does Peter teach about the relationship between believers and the world?
Believers are called to live as strangers and exiles in the world.
What verse reminds believers that Christ suffered for them, leaving an example to follow?
1 Peter 2:21
What does Peter want believers to understand about their suffering?
It has a purpose and is temporary.
Under which Roman emperor did the people face prosecution?
Nero
What does Peter say about the future hope of believers?
We have an inheritance kept in Heaven.
What verse in 1 Peter speaks about believers being living stones built into a spiritual house?
1 Peter 2:5
How does Peter encourage believers to respond to their persecutors?
With gentleness and respect