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1 Peter — PBE 2027 Study Guide

Living hope in the middle of suffering.

Peter's letter to scattered Christians enduring persecution, reminding them of their living hope, holy calling, and Christ's example in suffering.

Author

The Apostle Peter

Chapters

Date written

c. AD 62–64

Audience

Christians scattered across Asia Minor

Key theme

Living hope and faithful endurance through suffering

Notable passages

1 Peter 1:3–9, 2:9–10, 2:21–25, 5:6–10

Overview

The First Epistle of Peter was written by the Apostle Peter from Rome (which he calls "Babylon") to Christians scattered across five Roman provinces in what is now Turkey. These believers — both Jews and Gentiles — were facing increasing hostility and social persecution because of their faith. Peter encourages them with the reality of their living hope through Christ's resurrection, their identity as God's chosen people, and the assurance that suffering, when borne faithfully, is precious in God's sight. Christ's example of patient suffering is woven throughout the letter, and practical instructions about household conduct, submission to authorities, and Christian community fill its pages.

Chapters

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Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5

Sample Practice Questions

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1 Peter 3

According to 1 Peter 3:15, True or False: Peter says sanctify the Lord in your hearts and always be ready to give a defense for your hope with meekness and fear. (1 point)

1 Peter 3

According to 1 Peter 3:18, how does Peter describe Christ's substitutionary suffering? (2 points)

1 Peter 4

According to 1 Peter 4:16, True or False: Peter says if you suffer as a Christian do not be ashamed but glorify God. (1 point)

1 Peter 4

According to 1 Peter 4:1 through 4:19, complete this 8-blank summary: arm yourselves with the same _____ since Christ suffered — no longer live for the _____ of men but for the _____ of God — above all have _____ love for one another for love covers a multitude of sins — minister your _____ as good stewards — if you suffer as a _____ do not be ashamed but glorify God — judgment begins at the _____ of God — commit your souls to a _____ Creator. (8 points)

1 Peter 3

According to 1 Peter 3:17, True or False: Peter says it is better to suffer for good than for evil if it is God's will. (1 point)

1 Peter 2

According to 1 Peter 2:18, to whom does Peter address his next instruction? (1 point)

1 Peter 1

According to 1 Peter 1:7, what three things may genuine faith be found to at the revelation of Jesus Christ? (3 points)

1 Peter 1

According to 1 Peter 1:15 and 1:16, but as He who _____ you is _____ you also be holy in all your _____ because it is written be _____ for I am holy. (4 points)

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