2Pe 1:1 | MHM | STEP | The Felicity of the Church. In this introduction to his second letter, Peter writes to Jewish believers who have come to faith in Christ. He reminds them of their high calling and the blessings that come through knowing Jesus. Peter highlights the greatness of true Christian faith and encourages believers to growing race and peace through the knowledge of God. v. 1 : Peter introduces himself as both "Simon" and "Peter," and as a "servant" and "apostle" of Jesus Christ. He uses "Simon" to connect with Jewish believers and "Peter" to point to the new name Jesus gave him when he confessed, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God” (Matthew 16:16 ). Being a servant of Christ is the greatest honor, because Christ is King of kings and Lord of lords, and He makes His servants kings and priests too (Revelation 1:6 ). Peter wants others to not be ashamed of serving Jesus. It is a privilege to be Christ's servant.

‏ 2 Peter 1:1

The Felicity of the Church.

In this introduction to his second letter, Peter writes to Jewish believers who have come to faith in Christ. He reminds them of their high calling and the blessings that come through knowing Jesus. Peter highlights the greatness of true Christian faith and encourages believers to growing race and peace through the knowledge of God.

v. 1: Peter introduces himself as both "Simon" and "Peter," and as a "servant" and "apostle" of Jesus Christ. He uses "Simon" to connect with Jewish believers and "Peter" to point to the new name Jesus gave him when he confessed, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God” (Matthew 16:16 ^a). Being a servant of Christ is the greatest honor, because Christ is King of kings and Lord of lords, and He makes His servants kings and priests too (Revelation 1:6 ^b). Peter wants others to not be ashamed of serving Jesus. It is a privilege to be Christ's servant.