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 - April 3, 2022
Session 6 - Toughen up! Hebrews 12
Scripture References: Hebrews 12:1-29
From Series: "2022 TX Words of Warning to an Apostate Generation"
On April 1st - 3rd, 2022 Gene taught at Red River Cowboy Church in Sherman, TX "Words of Warning to an Apostate Generation" — based on Hebrew 3:7-8 “Therefore, as The Holy Spirit says; ‘Today, if you will hear His voice, do not harden your hearts as in the rebellion.”