Passage
1 Peter 1:1-12 (ESV)
Philip and the Ethiopian Eunuch
Acts 8:26-40
Key Verse: 8:35
New Birth into a Living Hope
Date: Feb. 19, 2018
Daily Bread
Introduction to 1 Peter
Key Verse: 1:3b,4a
1. To the scattered elect (1-2)
Paul wrote this letter to God's elect, who had been scattered through persecution to the far reaches of Asia Minor. God's elect, then and now, are chosen by God Himself, sanctified by the Holy Spirit and sprinkled with the blood of Christ.
2. An unspoiling inheritance (3-9)
Peter praised God for the new birth He has given us through Jesus Christ. Through His mercy we are shielded by God's power until such time as our salvation is revealed. Because of this, God's people can rejoice, even in the midst of grievous suffering. These sufferings have a purpose-praise, glory and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed.
3. Concerning this salvation (10-12)
Even the Prophets spoke about the gospel through the Spirit of Christ. Angels long to look into these things.
Prayer: Lord, I thank and praise you for the salvation you have given us through Jesus Christ our Lord.
One Word: New birth into a living hope
