1 Peter 1:1 identifies the author of the Book of 1 Peter as the
apostle Peter. Date of Writing: The Book of 1 Peter was likely
written between A.D. 60 and 65. Purpose of Writing: 1 Peter is a
letter from Peter to the believers who had been dispersed
throughout the ancient world and were under intense persecution.
If anyone understood persecution, it was Peter. He was beaten,
threatened, punished and jailed for preaching the Word of God.
He knew what it took to endure without bitterness, without
losing hope and in great faith living an obedient, victorious
life. This knowledge of living hope in Jesus was the message and
Christ's example was the one to follow. Key Verses: 1 Peter 1:3,
"Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In
his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope
through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead." 1 Peter
2:9, "But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy
nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the
praises of him who cal