Joy Unspeakable

In this thrilling verse, Peter describes the normal Christian life as one characterized by a love for Jesus Christ, a faith that sees unseen reality, and a great joy that is indescribable and full of glory.

Various Trials

Trials are a reality of life for all Christians. In 1Peter 1:6-7, the Apostle discusses five aspects of our trials: their variety, duration, necessity, benefits, and final outcome.

Protected by the Power of God

The Apostle Peter provides wonderful reassurance to believers that the power of God Himself will sustain their faith through all the trials and spiritual dangers of life and bring them to the ultimate consummation of their salvation in heaven.  Every child of God will persevere in the faith all the way to glory.

Three Reasons for Christian Rejoicing

Peter gives three reasons for Christians in all situations to rejoice in God: being born again, having a living hope, and anticipating a heavenly inheritance.

Seven Descriptions of the Saints

Peter gives seven descriptive terms that apply to all believers.  They are aliens, scattered, chosen, foreknown, sanctified, obedient, and sprinkled.

Peter, An Apostle of Jesus Christ

An introduction to the book of 1Peter, discussing the Apostle Peter and the recipients of his epistle.  Peter is an intriguing Bible character who was mightily used by God despite his major flaws and failures.  In his first epistle, he gives words of both comfort and exhortation to the scattered, suffering believers of Asia Minor.

The Devil

The devil is described as the Christian's adversary and is likened to a roaring lion, prowling about and seeking someone to devour. This message exhorts believers to be alert to his tactics and to actively resist the devil in the power of Christ.