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 #23
Daniel Chapter 10 emphasizes spiritual understanding (Dan 10:1, Dan 10:11, Dan 10:12, Dan 10:14, Dan 10:20); Power of effective prayer (Dan 10:1-12); Importance of spiritual understanding (Dan 10:11-14); Angelic conflict on the course of nations (Dan 10:13-14, Dan 10:20-21); Occupation with Christ (Dan 10:15-19); Importance of relation of nations to Divine Integrity (Dan 10:19-20). Prayer, to be effective, must be made operational (Jam 5:16, 1Jo 5:14-15). 536 BC the decree was given by Cyrus to return to Jerusalem (Ezr 1:1-4); Only 50,000 return (Ezr 2:64-65). Dan has a vision which "was true" (Dan 10:1). Cults present false Christs and deities (2Co 11:3-4, 2Co 11:13-15). Daniel fasted for three weeks (Dan 10:2-3) to focus on prayer for Israel. Daniel's vision (Dan 10:4-6) of Jesus Christ is similar John's vision in Revelation (Rev 1:13-16).
Scripture References: Daniel 10:11-14, John 5:14-15, Revelation 1:13-16, Daniel 10:1-12, James 5:16, Daniel 10:4-6, Daniel 10:20, Daniel 10:19-20, Daniel 10:2-3, Daniel 10:14, Daniel 10:15-19, Daniel 10:1, Daniel 10:12, Daniel 10:20-21, Ezra 2:64-65, Daniel 10:11, Daniel 10:13-14, Ezra 1:1-4, Daniel 10:1
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