Peter shows how we might identify wolves, in sheep's clothing:

They want your dependence

Their ways are deceptive

Their words and their walk are destructive

Their end is destruction

Peter reminds a church facing persecution AND false teachers- Rely on the Word!

Peter was a REAL WITNESS

He shows the RELIABLE WORD

so, he says RELY ON THE WORD

The key passage for chapter 1. Peter considers it his duty to REMIND the flock of God.

Peter says to the reader: You are rich. Now add to your riches these things

Peter reminds us we are rich.

We've already been given the:

Pardon of God

Peace of God

Power of God

Promises of God

Purity and Personality of God

The question is, are you enjoying these?

additional referenced scriptures:

Matthew 16

An overview of Peter's farewell letter to the flock of God

Peter says to ALL: Humble yourself under the mighty hand of God, and He will exalt you in due time. Peter tells us how to be clothed in humility

additional scripture:

Luke 18, John 13

Peter addresses leaders:

1. Remember you are Fellow Sheep

2. Feed the Flock among you

3. Have the right Frame of Mind

4. Focus on the Finish Line

other scripture referenced> Hebrews 10

Peter continues to the suffering church:

1. Don't suffer as a crook.

2. Do suffer as a Christian

3. Better correction, than condemnation

4. Commit your soul to a faithful Creator