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Peter is called to Jerusalem to explain why he had entered a gentile's house and then baptised a gentile. After explaining about the action of the Holy Spirit, the leaders had no further objection. Acts 11:1-18. There is no further record of Peter ever preaching to gentiles after this incident.
- (5-7) A Promise For The Humble.
- (8-9) Be Watchful For The Devil.
- (10-11) A Prayer For Their Spiritual Strengthening.
- (12-14) Conclusion to The Letter.
Likewise you younger people, submit yourselves to your elders. Yes, all of you be submissive to one another, and be clothed with humility, for “God resists the proud, But gives grace to the humble.” Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time, casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you. a. L...
Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. Resist him, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are experienced by your brotherhood in the world. a. Your adversary the devil walks about: Peter exhorts us to remain clear-headed (sober) and watchful (vigilant), ...
But may the God of all grace, who called us to His eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after you have suffered a while, perfect, establish, strengthen, and settle you. To Him be the glory and the dominion forever and ever. Amen. a. May the God of all grace… perfect, establish, strengthen, and settle you: Knowing the suffering and danger Christians face,...
By Silvanus, our faithful brother as I consider him, I have written to you briefly, exhorting and testifying that this is the true grace of God in which you stand. She who is in Babylon, elect together with you, greets you; and so does Mark my son. Greet one another with a kiss of love. Peace to you all who are in Christ Jesus. Amen. a. By Silvanus...
- Mark likely wrote his gospel based on Peter’s account of Jesus’ ministry. Most scholars today understand Mark’s gospel to be the first written among the four accounts.
- Peter was the first among Jesus’ disciples to identify Him as the Messiah (Matt. 16:16; Mark 8:29; Luke 9:20). This is the occasion where Jesus designates Simon as “the rock” (Peter).
- Peter was also among the first two Apostles to witness the empty tomb (Luke 24:1–12; John 20:1–10). Like Peter’s recognition of Jesus as Messiah, this event also demonstrates the inability to grasp the full significance of Christ’s death and resurrection apart from Jesus’ own teaching and the work of the Holy Spirit.
- Peter is the first among the Twelve to witness and confirm the conversion of the gentiles in Luke’s second volume, the Acts of the Apostles. This happens in an ironic fashion that seems to echo Peter’s initial resistance to Jesus’ death and resurrection message, as well as his behavior at Christ’s crucifixion.
In Acts 1:21-22 the apostle Peter gives us the qualifications of an apostle. He says that an apostle must have “accompanied us all the time” the Lord Jesus went in and out among us. But what does the phrase “accompanied us all the time” mean?
Feb 6, 2024 · It was Peter who took Jesus aside to rebuke Him for speaking of His death (Matthew 16:22)—and was swiftly corrected by the Lord (verse 23). It was Peter who suggested erecting three tabernacles to honor Moses, Elijah, and Jesus (Matthew 17:4)—and fell to the ground in fearful silence at God’s glory (verses 5-6).
It is not unusual for Peter to take initiative and act as a spokesperson (see Luke 5:5; 8:45; 9:33; 12:41; 18:28; 22:33); however, “[c]ompared to his Synoptic portrayal, Peter seems to have changed—from being outspoken to well spoken.”21 He is characterized as a faithful and persuasive interpreter of Scripture who “follows the lead of ...
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Jul 29, 2014 · In the first two sentences, Peter seeks to encourage these suffering saints by their election and the benefits of this election. Even though the world mocks them and persecutes them, they are loved by God. This would encourage them in their suffering and it should encourage us as well.
