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Unleashing God’s Truth one verse at a time
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Synopsis
The book of 1 Peter was written to believers scattered throughout Asia Minor. It addresses the sufferings that come to faithful Christians. As such, it speaks to believers today who are facing trials. For years now, John MacArthur has been helping Christians in their study of the New Testament, with verse-by-verse commentary on the theological ramifications of the passages.
Synopsis
1 Peter
Peter wrote this letter at the outbreak of Nero's persecution, urging his readers to have hope and courage in the midst of terrible affliction. His words of encouragement still resonate today. Even when believers face suffering and hostility, they can rest in their salvation, live out their testimony, and look forward to Jesus' return.
Join John MacArthur as he explains each verse in a way that is both doctrinally precise and intensely practical.
The MacArthur New Testament Commentary series comes from the experience, wisdom, and insight of one of the most trusted ministry leaders and Bible scholars of our day. Each volume was written to be as comprehensive and accurate as possible, dealing thoroughly with every key phrase and word in the Scripture without being unnecessarily technical. This commentary will help to give a better, fuller, richer understanding of God's Word, while challenging the reader to a vibrant personal spiritual walk.
Synopsis
Peter wrote this letter at the outbreak of Nero's persecution, urging his readers to have hope and courage in the midst of terrible affliction. His words of encouragement still resonate today. Even when believers face suffering and hostility, they can rest in their salvation, live out their testimony, and look forward to Jesus' return.
Join John MacArthur as he explains each verse in a way that is both doctrinally precise and intensely practical.
About the Author
John MacArthur ((B.A., Universidad Los Angeles Pacific; M.Div., Seminario Teológico Talbot; Litt.D., Grace Graduate School; D.D., Seminario Teológico Talbot) es Pastor y Maestro en la Iglesia Grace Community en Sun Valley, California y Presidente de la Universidad The Master's y Presidente y fundador del Seminario The Master's (en 1986) en Santa Clarita, California. El Dr. MacArthur es un conferencista activo quien ha enseñado en el programa de radio Grace to You.Desde que lanzó su primer y mejor vendido libro El Evangelio Según Jesucristo en 1988, el Dr. MacArthur ha escrito mas de 150 libros incluyendo una serie de comentarios bíblicos, La Segunda Venida, Avergonzados del Evangelio, Doce Hombres Comunes y la Biblia de Estudio MacArthur, recibieron la Medalla de Oro ECPA en 1998. John y su esposa Patricia viven en Canyon Country, California y tienen cuatro hijos y quince nietos.
Table of Contents
Introduction to 1 Peter
1. The Elements of Election (1 Peter 1:1-2)
2. The Believer's Eternal Inheritance (1 Peter 1:3-5)
3. Salvation Joy (1 Peter 1:6-9)
4. Salvation's Greatness (1 Peter 1:10-12)
5. The Believer's Response to Salvation (1 Peter 1:13-17)
6. The Wonder of Redemption (1 Peter 1:18-21)
7. Supernatural Love (1 Peter 1:22-25)
8. Desiring the Word (1 Peter 2:1-3)
9. Spiritual Privileges-Part 1: Union with Christ and Access to God (1 Peter 2:4-5)
10. Spiritual Privileges-Part 2: Security in Christ, Dominion with Christ (1 Peter 2:6-9b)
11. Spiritual Privileges-Part 3: Separation to Christ, Possession by Christ, Illumination in Christ, Compassion from Christ, and Proclamation of Christ (1 Peter 2:9c-l 0)
12. Godly Living (1 Peter 2:11-12)
13. Submission to Civil Authority (1 Peter 2:13-17)
14. Submission in the Workplace (1 Peter 2:18-21a)
15. The Suffering Jesus (1 Peter 2:21b-25)
16. Winning an Unsaved Spouse (1 Peter 3:1-7)
17. Living and Loving the Good Life (1 Peter 3:8-12)
18. Securities Against a Hostile World (1 Peter 3:13-17)
19. The Triumph of Christ's Suffering (1 Peter 3:18-22)
20. Arming Yourself Against Unjust Suffering (1 Peter 4:1-6)
21. Spiritual Duty in a Hostile World (1 Peter 4:7-11)
22. The Fiery Trial (1 Peter 4:12-19)
23. Shepherding the Flock (1 Peter 5:1-4)
24. Fundamental Attitudes of a Christian Mind (1 Peter 5:5-14)