I. Introduction to 1 Peter.

1. The author – Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ (1:1, 5:1, 12-14).
2. The recipients – Pilgrims of local churches in Asia Minor (1:1-2).

II. Speak well of God the Father while suffering (1:3-9).

1. Because He have us a second birth (vv. 3-5)
2. Because He has a purpose in our suffering (vv. 6-7).
3. Because He gave us His Son, Jesus Christ (vv. 8-9).

III. Hope fixed conquers conformity to the world (1:10-21).

IV. Hope shared conquers selfishness and stumbling (1:22-2:10).

V. Hope suffering conquers sinful behavior (2:11-3:12).

VI. Hope defended conquers persecution (3:13-4:6).

VII. Hope at church conquers the devouring lion (4:7-5:14).