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1 and 2 Peter with Jude:
Discipleship Lessons from the Fisherman

An 218-page book by Dr. Ralph F. Wilson

1 & 2 Peter with Juder: Discipleship Lessons from the Fisherman, by Dr. Ralph F. Wilson
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The brash fisherman named "Rock," now matured, will help you grow in Christ

1 and 2 Peter and Jude are brief letters -- but power-packed. The Apostle Peter, once a commercial fisherman in Galilee, is now in Rome and soon to be executed. He's less a braggart now, less impulsive. Time and discipleship have forged humility within him without destroying his boldness.

And in this maturity, Peter helps us to see Jesus more clearly in his first letter -- as Lamb, Overseer, Sacrifice, and Chief Shepherd. As you study, you'll be refreshed with hope and joy. Struggling with temptation? Peter encourages holy living. Suffering for something you didn't do -- or perhaps did do? You'll find perspective and assurance. Peter gives us a clear vision of the Church, wisdom for marriage, instruction on spiritual gifts, encouragement to witness -- with gentleness -- and guidelines for church leaders.

1 Peter is explored in 11 lessons. 2 Peter and Jude add an additional 6 lessons, with important teaching on Christian growth, inspiration of Scripture, and the delay of Christ's coming.

Thought-provoking discussion questions make these studies useful for personal enrichment, small groups, and classes. Extensive footnotes assist teachers and preachers with background research for sermon preparation.

About the Combined Version 3
Reprint Guidelines 4
Table of Contents 5
References and Abbreviations 7
Part I. First Peter 10
Preface to 1 Peter 10
Introduction to 1 Peter 11
1. Rejoicing in Our Salvation (1 Peter 1:1-12) 14
2. Living Holy Lives (1 Peter 1:13-2:3) 26
3. Being God's Chosen People (1 Peter 2:4-12) 38
4. Submitting and Suffering Like Jesus (1 Peter 2:13-23) 48
5. Appreciating Jesus' Atonement for Our Sins (1 Peter 2:24-25) 57
6. Living as Christian Husbands and Wives (1 Peter 3:1-7) 66
7. Suffering with a Clear Conscience (1 Peter 3:8-22) 76
8. Serving God in Everything (1 Peter 4:1-11) 89
9. Suffering According to God's Will (1 Peter 4:12-19) 100
10. Leading with Humility (1 Peter 5:1-6) 109
11. He Cares for You (1 Peter 5:7-14) 120
Part II. 2 Peter and Jude 131
Preface to 2 Peter and Jude 131
Introduction to 2 Peter and Jude 132
12. Great and Precious Promises (2 Peter 1:1-4) 138
13. Add to Your Faith Goodness (2 Peter 1:5-11) 147
14. The Living Word of Scripture (2 Peter 1:12-21) 158
15. Beware of False Teachers (2 Peter 2:1-22; Jude 3-19) 168
16. Not Willing that Any Should Perish (2 Peter 3:1-18) 179
17. Able to Keep You from Falling (Jude 1-2, 20-25) 192
Appendix 1. Participant Handouts for Groups or Classes 205
Appendix 2. "Knowledge" in 2 Peter 207
Appendix 3. Parallels between 2 Peter and Jude 210

Participant lesson handouts can be downloaded and printed for your group or class at no charge.

You can purchase this book either as an e-book or a paperback.

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You can purchase one of Dr. Wilson's complete Bible studies in PDF, Kindle, or paperback format -- currently 48 books in the JesusWalk Bible Study Series.

Old Testament

  1. Abraham, Faith of
  2. Jacob, Life of
  3. Moses the Reluctant Leader
  4. Joshua
  5. Gideon
  6. David, Life of
  7. Elijah
  8. Psalms
  9. Solomon
  10. Songs of Ascent (Psalms 120-134)
  11. Isaiah
  12. 28 Advent Scriptures (Messianic)
  13. Daniel
  14. Rebuild & Renew: Post-Exilic Books

Gospels

  1. Christmas Incarnation (Mt, Lk)
  2. Sermon on the Mount (Mt 5-7)
  3. Luke's Gospel
  4. John's Gospel
  5. Seven Last Words of Christ
  6. Parables
  7. Jesus and the Kingdom of God
  8. Resurrection and Easter Faith
  9. Apostle Peter

Acts

  1. Early Church (Acts 1-12)
  2. Apostle Paul (Acts 11-28)

Pauline Epistles

  1. Romans 5-8 (Christ-Powered Life)
  2. 1 Corinthians
  3. 2 Corinthians
  4. Galatians
  5. Ephesians
  6. Philippians
  7. Colossians, Philemon
  8. 1 & 2 Thessalonians
  9. 1 &2 Timothy, Titus

General Epistles

  1. Hebrews
  2. James
  3. 1 & 2 Peter, Jude
  4. 1, 2, and 3 John

Revelation

  1. Revelation
  2. Conquering Lamb of Revelation

Topical

  1. Glorious Kingdom, The
  2. Grace: Favor for the Undeserving
  3. Great Prayers of the Bible
  4. Holy Spirit, Disciple's Guide
  5. Humility
  6. JesusWalk: Beginning the Journey
  7. Lamb of God
  8. Listening for God's Voice
  9. Lord's Supper: Disciple's Guide
  10. Names and Titles of God
  11. Names and Titles of Jesus

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