First Peter
01. Trials prove your faith
02. Respond like Christ’s example
03. Innocent conscience quiets foes
04. Attitudes pleasing to God
05. Leaders to serve humbly
Acrostic Theme: Trial
Author: Peter the Apostle
Date Written: 63-64AD
Audience: Christians living in a wide area of the ancient world
Key Verse: 2:11-12
Outline:
Introduction (1:1-2)
I. Our Salvation In Christ (1:3-12)
A. Born Again To A Living Hope (1:3-5)
B. Producing Joy In The Midst Of Suffering (1:6-9)
C. Served By Prophets And Apostles (1:10-12)
II. Our Duties In Christ (1:13-5:11)
A. In View Of Our Privileges (1:13-2:10)
B. In View Of Our Position (2:11-4:11)
C. In View Of Our Persecution (4:12-5:11)
Conclusion (5:10-14)
The Arnold Journey 