First and Second Peter are grouped in what are called the General Epistles, written to the Church at large. The theme of First Peter is the refining and growth potential in our sufferings, 1Pe 1:3, 1Pe 1:6; 1Pe 2:2. This epistle was written to believers scattered by persecution throughout Asia Minor (1 Pe 1:1). The date was circa 64-65 A.D.—the beginning of Nero’s persecutions. First Peter is the best known and loved of these epistles, called by E.J. Goodspeed, “One of the most moving pieces of persecution literature.” This epistle is written to suffering believers, and is styled by Isaac Walton as, “affectionate, loving, lowly, and humble.” This epistle conveys an intense expectation of the Lord’s return as seen in 1Pe 1:5, 1Pe 1:7, 1Pe 1:13, 1Pe 2:12, 1Pe 4:13, 1Pe 4:17, 1Pe 5:1, 1Pe 5:4.
Gene Cunningham - March 13, 2021
Remember the Alamo - Session 4
Scripture References: Philippians 1:1-30
From Series: "Remember the Alamo - TX 2021"
On March 12–14, 2021 Basic Training Bible Ministries and Cross and Spurs Church in Buchanan Dam, TX presented "Remember the Alamo" — the first conference in a four-part study of the Book of Philippians— this one focusing on Philippians 1:29–30.