New Testament · General Epistle

1 Peter

Holy under fire.

Author: Peter
Audience: Persecuted believers in Asia Minor
Date: c. AD 62–64
Chapters: 5

Purpose

To strengthen suffering Christians.

Key Themes

Suffering
Holiness
Hope

Key Verses

“Be ye holy in all manner of conversation; Because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy.”

Wesleyan–Holiness Reflection

Leviticus's call carried into the New Covenant.

Chapter Insight

Jump into any chapter for cross-references and a Wesleyan reflection.