There is a short introduction available for the book of 1 Peter. You can read it here.
Praise to God for a Living Hope - 1 Peter 1:1-12
Understand It
- What did Peter tell his readers they may have to suffer? (1:6)
- Why had trials come to Peter’s audience? (1:7)
- What benefit is there in suffering? (1:7)
Apply It
- What can you do this week to welcome the present trials in your life?
Be Holy - 1 Peter 1:13-2:3
Understand It
- What bold challenge did Peter give his readers? (1:13)
- What pressure must we resist conforming to? (1:14)
- What does God challenge us to be? Why? (1:15-16)
Apply It
- What step can you take right away in order to live a more holy life?
The Living Stone and a Chosen People - 1 Peter 2:4-12
There is a short introduction available for the book of 1 Peter. You can read it here.
Understand It
- In what way are we like living stones? (2:5)
- What status did Peter ascribe to believers in Christ? (2:9)
- How does our past compare with our present condition? (2:10)
Apply It
- How do you need to change your plans for the near future so that you will be an example to the unbelievers with whom you have regular contact?
Submission to Rulers and Masters - 1 Peter 2:13-25
Understand It
- Why does God allow government? (2:14)
- What effect does obedience to government have on many people? (2:15)
- What role does respect play in our interactions with authority? (2:17)
Apply It
- To what authority (person or institution) will you ask God to help you submit today?
Wives and Husbands - 1 Peter 3:1-7
Understand It
- What kinds of beauty can a woman have? (3:3-4)
- What is the disadvantage of a woman’s outward beauty? (3:3-6)
- What is the advantage of a woman’s inward beauty? (3:4-6)
Apply It
- What specific steps will you take this week to develop your inner character?
Suffering for Doing Good - 1 Peter 3:8-22
Understand It
- What incredible challenge did Peter give his readers? (3:8-9)
- Why did Peter instruct his readers to live at peace with everyone? (3:9)
- What must a person do who wants to love life? (3:10-11)
Apply It
- What response could you use when you are mistreated or insulted?
