Identity Crisis

The Book of 1 Peter

Identity Crisis

● False Profession

● Christian Confusion

I. Salutation (1:1-2)

A. The Author (1:1a 1-6 )

B. The Recipients (1:1a 7 -2c)

1. Their Priority

a. Evidenced in Peter’s Wording

b. Supported in Paul’s Declaration

2. Their Geographic Location (1:1b)

a. The Places: Diverse

b. The Implication: Christians Christian

3. Their Spiritual Identity - Elect Exiles (1:1a 7-12 , 1c-2c)

● Its Foundation

a. Its Nature – Exiled (1:1a 7-12 )

● aliens to stay in a place or territory as an alien