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Liberty UniversityDigitalCommons@LibertyUniversityAn Alliterated Outline for the Chapters of the Bible A Guide to the Systematic Study of the Bible5-2018The Chapters of 1 PeterHarold WillmingtonLiberty University, hwillmington@liberty.eduFollow this and additional works at: http://digitalcommons.liberty.edu/outline_chapters_biblePart of the Biblical Studies Commons, Christianity Commons, and the Religious Thought,Theology and Philosophy of Religion CommonsThis Article is brought to you for free and open access by the A Guide to the Systematic Study of the Bible at DigitalCommons@Liberty University. Ithas been accepted for inclusion in An Alliterated Outline for the Chapters of the Bible by an authorized administrator of DigitalCommons@LibertyUniversity. For more information, please contact scholarlycommunication@liberty.edu.Recommended CitationWillmington, Harold, "The Chapters of 1 Peter" (2018). An Alliterated Outline for the Chapters of the Bible. 43.http://digitalcommons.liberty.edu/outline_chapters_bible/431  1 Peter SECTION OUTLINE ONE (1 PETER 1) Peter opens his first letter with an overview of some glorious facts concerning salvation. I. THE SOURCE OF OUR SALVATION (1:1-2) A. We have been chosen by the Father (1:1-2a). B. We have been made holy by the Spirit (1:2b).  C. We are cleansed by the blood of the Son (1:2c). II. THE GUARANTEE OF OUR SALVATION (1:3-5) A. The proof (1:3): It is guaranteed by the resurrection of Christ.  B. The permanence (1:4): It is kept in heaven for us. C. The power (1:5): God's mighty power assures us that we will safely arrive in heaven. Ill. THE JOY OF OUR SALVATION (1:6-9) A. The promise (1:6): This joy can be ours even in the midst of trials.  B. The products (1:7-9): Our trials produce a twofold fruit. 1. They increase our faith in God (1:7). 2. They increase our love for God (1:8-9). IV. THE OLD TESTAMENT PROPHETS AND OUR SALVATION (1:10-12a) A. What they did not understand (1:10-11): They could not fully comprehend all their prophecies concerning the future work of the Messiah. 1. In regard to his grief (1:10-11a) 2. In regard to his glory (1:11b) B. What they did understand (1:12a): They knew that their prophecies would not be fulfilled until after their deaths. V. THE ANGELS AND OUR SALVATION (1:12b): They long to know more about this wonderful subject. VI. THE RESPONSE TO OUR SALVATION (1:13-17) A. In regard to ourselves (1:13): We are to be self-controlled.  B. In regard to our Savior (1:14-17) 1. We are to be holy before God (1:14-16). 2. We are to be respectful toward God (1:17). VII. THE COST OF OUR SALVATION (1:18-21) A. The price (1:18-19) 1. Negative (1:18): It was not purchased with silver or gold. 2. Positive (1:19): It was bought by the precious blood of Jesus. B. The planning (1:20-21): Christ was chosen before the foundation of the world to do this. VIII. THE VEHICLE OF OUR SALVATION (1:22-25) A. The new birth (1:22-23a): One must experience regeneration to be saved. B. The old book (1:23b-25): It is God's Word that brings this about. SECTION OUTLINE TWO (1 PETER 2) Peter speaks of renouncing, relationships, respect, and a role model. 2  I. THE RENOUNCING (2:1-3, 11) A. What we are to renounce (2:1, 11b): We are to rid ourselves of deceit, hypocrisy, envy, slander, and worldliness. B. What we are to receive (2:2-3): We are to crave pure spiritual milk. II. THE RELATIONSHIPS (2:4-12) A. What Christians are (2:5, 9a, 10-11a)  1. We are living stones (2:5a). 2. We are royal priests (2:5b). 3. We are a chosen people (2:9a, 10).  4. We are strangers on earth (2:11a).  B. What Christ is (2:4, 6-8, 9b, 12) 1. He is the living foundation (2:4a). a. He is a precious foundation for believers (2:4b, 7a). b. He is a stumbling block for unbelievers (2:8).  2. He is the cornerstone (2:6, 7b).  3. He is the chosen one (2:4c). 4. He is the judge (2:12). 5. He is the light (2:9b). III. THE RESPECT (2:13-20): For the Lord's sake, we are to show respect (and submission) to the following parties:  A. Civil authorities (2:13-16) B. Employers (2:18-20) C. Everyone (2:17) IV. THE ROLE MODEL (2:21-25) A. Who he is (2:21-22): He is our sinless Savior, Jesus Christ.  B. What he did (2:23-24a): He died on Calvary's cross.  C. Why he did it (2:24b-25) 1. That his wounds might heal ours (2:24b)  2. That we might turn to the Shepherd (2:25) SECTION OUTLINE THREE (1 PETER 3) Peter talks about appropriate conduct for believers in light of what Christ has done for us. I. THE CONDUCT OF BELIEVERS (3:1-17) A. Responsibilities of wives (3:1-6) 1. Peter's exhortation (3:1-5) a. Concerning their behavior (3:1-2): Wives should depend upon their lives more than their lips in witnessing to unsaved husbands. b. Concerning their beauty (3:3-5): Inner beauty is far more important than outer beauty. 2. Peter's example (3:6): He uses Sarah of the Old Testament as a role model. B. Responsibilities of husbands (3:7) 1. What they are to do (3:7a): Husbands must be considerate of their wives and respect them. 2. Why they are to do it (3:7b): If they fail here, their prayers will not be answered. C. Responsibilities of all (3:8-17) 1. Live in loving harmony (3:8). 2. Reward both good and evil with good (3:9-14). 3. Worship Christ as Lord, and always be ready to explain your faith (3:15). 4. Be ready to defend your faith (3:16-17). II. THE CHRIST OF BELIEVERS (3:18-22): Peter describes a fourfold ministry accomplished by the Savior. A. His death (3:18) 1. The permanence (3:18a): He died for our sins once and for all.  3  2. The purpose (3:18b): He died to reconcile sinners to God. B. His journey to the spirit world (3:19-20) 1. The transgression (3:19): Jesus preached against the sins of these evil spirits. 2. The time (3:20): They committed their wickedness in the days of Noah. C. His resurrection (3:21) 1. The salvation (3:21a): Jesus' resurrection guarantees our redemption. 2. The symbol (3:21b): Water baptism.  D. His ascension and exaltation (3:22) SECTION OUTLINE FOUR (1 PETER 4)  Peter writes, about suffering. I. THE PURPOSE OF SUFFERING (4:1-11, 15, 17-18) A. To cleanse and purify the spiritual believer (4:1-11) 1. The triumph (4:1-3): Suffering causes sin to lose its power. 2. The testimony (4:4-6): The unsaved friends of a new Christian marvel that he does not desire to share their wicked lifestyle as he once did. 3. The tenderness (4:7-9): Suffering should develop our love for other believers. 4. The talents (4:10-11): We should faithfully employ all of our God-given spiritual gifts. B. To chasten and punish the carnal believer (4:15, 17-18): God will judge his people. II. THE PRIVILEGE OF SUFFERING (4:12-14, 16) A. It is to be expected (4:12): All believers will be allowed to suffer.  B. It is to be esteemed (4:13-14, 16) 1. To suffer for Christ means to share his past grief (4:13a, 14a, 16a). 2. To suffer for Christ means to share his future glory (4:13b, 14b, 16b). Ill. THE PATIENCE IN SUFFERING (4:19): We are to do two things in the hour of pain. A. We are to commit ourselves to God (4:19b).  B. We are to continue to do good (4:19a). SECTION OUTLINE FIVE (1 PETER 5) Peter gives advice for elders and other church members and sends his final greetings. I. THE APPEAL BY PETER (5:1-11) A. He writes to the elders in the church (5:1-4). 1. The role model (5:1): Peter himself is an elder in his church.  2. The responsibilities (5:2-3) a. Feed the flock of God (5:2). b. Lead the flock of God (5:3). 3. The reward (5:4): To receive a crown of glory from the head Shepherd himself. B. He writes to the other members of the church (5:5-11).  1. Live as a servant (5:5-7). a. Be in subjection to your superiors (5:5).  b. Be in subjection to your Savior (5:6-7).  2. Live as a soldier (5:8-9). a. Recognize the enemy (5:8). b. Resist the enemy (5:9). 3. Live as a sufferer (5:10-11). a. The duration (5:10): It only lasts for a short time. b. The dynamics (5:11): It makes one strong, firm, and steadfast. II. THE ASSISTANCE TO PETER (5:12-14): Silas, whom Peter considers a faithful brother, has helped Peter write this letter. 

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