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 - September 15, 2003
Daniel #6
Times of the Gentiles (Luk 21:24). Daniel chapter 4 outline: Greeting and the purpose (Dan 4:1-3); The tree vision (Dan 4:4-18); The dream interpreted Dan 4:19-27); Fulfillment (Dan 4:28-33); Salvation and restoration of Nebuchadnezzar (Dan 4:34-37). Daniel 4 is a worldwide proclamation. God is not willing that any should perish (2Pe 3:9). Jesus Christ relates Himself to the crushing stone of Daniel 2:35 in Mat 21:44. Justice of God regards all men alike (Rom 2:11). Love is expressed in the cross (Rom 5:8). God's Omniscience is never ignorant of any person. Omnipotence is able to provide for every member of the human race. Jesus is the same always (Heb 13:8). Unlimited atonement - Jesus died for all people (2Pe 2:1 1Jo 2:2, 2Co 5:1). Divine will is that all are saved (2Pe 3:9). Human volition involves God consciousness (Rom 1:20-22). Saving faith in Jesus Christ is next - this is non-meritorious (Rom 10:17, Rom 1:17, Jer 29:13, Joh 7:17, Act 17:27). Systems of perception: Empiricism (Rom 1:17-21, 1Co 2) gives us no excuse, but involves merit. Rationalism deals with reason (Act 17:1-34). Faith is non-meritorious. The merit is in the object of faith (2Co 5:21). Approaches to God consciousness: Religious approach; Moral approach urges right and wrong; Ontological - the human mind imagines a perfect; teleological - the universe must have a director and designer. Heathenism exists where the truth of God has been rejected (Isa 40:17-21, Rom 1:18-30, Rom 10:18, 2Th 1:8). Daniel was the head of the wise men (Dan 4:9, Dan 9:27) and set up a time table to the messiah. Ezekiel was a contemporary that regards Daniel highly (Eze 14:14, Eze 14:20, Eze 28:3). Angelic conflict and battles (Dan 4:10-18)
Scripture References: John 7:17, Daniel 4:19-27, Romans 10:18, Romans 5:8, Daniel 4:10-18, Jeremiah 29:13, Daniel 4:4-18, Romans 1:18-30, Romans 2:11, Ezekiel 28:3, Romans 1:17, Daniel 4:1-3, Isaiah 40:17-21, Matthew 21:44, Ezekiel 14:20, Romans 10:17, Luke 21:24, Acts 17:1-34, Daniel 2:35, Ezekiel 14:14, Romans 1:20-22, Romans 1:17-21, Daniel 4:34-37, Daniel 9:27, John 2:2, Acts 17:27, Daniel 4:28-33, Daniel 4:9, Hebrews 13:8
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