This is a letter from the Apostle Peter to the believers who had been dispersed throughout the ancient world and were under extreme persecution. Peter, having been beaten, jailed, and threatened, knew what persecution was and knew how to endure without bitterness. He says to count it a privilege to suffer for the cause of Christ and that it is all for the furtherance of the gospel.
Impressions: Rejoicing in suffering takes on perspective when we realise how Christ suffered for us on the cross. We endure nothing compared to what he went through, willingly. Peter gives joyful encouragement when he reminds believers that Christ's soon return is the incentive for our hope and is what will ultimately give us endurance.
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