Living Hope in a Suffering World: A Guided Reading of 1 Peterنموونە

Verse to Memorize: 1 Peter 2:9

Summary:

Peter continues his exhortation in this passage for believers to grow alongside one another. Established upon the foundation of Jesus Christ, the church can be seen both as a building under construction and as a priesthood who will represent and mediate the blessings of God to the world around them.

Questions to Ponder:

What significance do the examples of figurative imagery have in this passage?

What is the significance of Peter’s description of Jesus in verse 4 as a “living stone” and in verse 7 as the “cornerstone” (1 Peter 2: 4,7 NASB) (see Ephesians 2:19-20)?

How does Peter’s reference to us as “living stones … being built up as a spiritual house” (1 Peter 2: 4-5 NASB) in verses 4-5 provide unique encouragement to endure suffering (see 1 Peter 1:6, 1 Peter 4:12-14; Galatians 6:10; 1 Timothy 3:15)?

How can the community of God’s people provide one another the security to endure through trials and proclaim God’s goodness? Are you presently connected within a spiritual community?