Description

Questions & Answers on the First Epistle of St. Peter is a clear and accessible guide to one of the New Testament’s most encouraging and practical letters. Written in a question-and-answer format with notes on key topics, this book by Dr. George M. Bassaly, M.D. is ideal for both individual and group study.

St. Peter’s first epistle addresses believers in Asia Minor, emphasizing the “inexpressible and glorious joy” of salvation through Christ and calling Christians to a life of virtue. The letter opens with a powerful Trinitarian expression and highlights the hope we have through the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. Alongside spiritual encouragement, St. Peter offers practical advice for husbands and wives, and references Old Testament events like Noah and the flood, which prefigure Baptism. The epistle concludes with words of assurance: “The Lord will perfect, establish, strengthen, and settle us.”

Key features include:

• A question-and-answer format that makes the epistle easy to understand and discuss.

• Notes on important themes such as salvation, virtue, Christian living, and hope in Christ.

• Guidance for applying St. Peter’s teachings to everyday life.

• Suitable for personal reflection or group Bible study.

Let this book help you delve deeper into the wisdom of St. Peter, equipping you to live out your faith with confidence, joy, and steadfastness.