Check out my bible study tools page for recommendations. Gods elect are a peculiar people, to whom he bears a peculiar love. In chapter 1 of the book of hosea, god gave names to the prophet. From this passage list what is said of spiritual inheritors and their inheritance. Commentary on 1 peter 2 by matthew henry blue letter bible. He had experience of all the things that he writes about. The character and function of believers, 1 peter 2. Observe the manner of the apostles quoting scripture, not by book, chapter, and. All the most splendid titles of the old israel belong in a fuller sense to these hebrews who have joined the new israel.
Some also maintain that the book reflects a situation that did not exist until after peters death, suggesting that the persecution referred to in 4. Thus in 1 peter silass greek may be seen, while in 2 peter it may be peters rough greek that appears. If you are leading this study consider completing our guide for bible study leaders. This conception is also in the book of hebrews and in revelation 1. The books of samuel, kings, and chronicles clearly portray the external flaws in. David guzik commentary on 1 peter 2, where peter explains how to come to jesus. The most spiritual sacrifices of the best men are not acceptable to god, but through jesus christ. This manual provides 5 tips for maximizing the impact of any bible study. Edwards teaching through the book of 1 peter in 17 engaging and challenging lessons.