Introduction (2)

The Book of 1 Peter (2)

“The Fundamentals of the Faith”

“The Fundamentals of Being a Christian”

What is 1 Peter?

The Background of 1 Peter

! The Author of the Letter

! The Recipients of the Letter

! Date and Place of the Letter

! Purpose

" Purpose Statement: 1 Peter 5:12

" Theme Verse: 1 Peter 5:10

! Themes

" Grace

" Sovereign Salvation

" The Atonement of Christ

" Hope

" Holiness

• Personal

• Social

• Community

" Suffering

! The Outline

I. Salutation (1:1-2)

II. The Believer’s Eternal Hope (1:3-2:10)

III. The Believer’s Earthly Relationships (2:11-5:11)

IV. Greetings and Salutation (5:12-14)