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

Verse to Memorize: 1 Peter 2:2

Summary:

Peter utilizes a series of figurative images within this passage to exhort believers to grow alongside one another. The Word of God will enable their continual growth so long as they avoid key behaviors that will stunt their growth and divide their community.

Questions to ponder:

What commands does Peter utilize to describe the life we are called to live?

According to verses 1-3, what is necessary for us to “grow in respect to salvation” (1 Peter 2:1-3 NASB) (see Colossians 3:8-10; James 1:21; 2 Peter 1:5-8)?

Why can it be challenging in your relationship with God to be like a newborn who is desperately dependent on Him?