Teaching 1 Peter: Unlocking the book of 1 Peter for the Bible Teacher

From Text to Message

by Angus MacLeay

There are commentaries, and there are books on preaching - but very few books that combine elements of both to enable the preacher or Bible teacher to prepare and present a series on specific sections of Scripture. This series gives the Bible teacher suitable tools to understand the context of Biblical books; doctrinal themes; the methods of interpretation; the key teaching points and how to deliver that message to the audience. Whilst very useful for preachers, this book is also aimed at enabling youth workers and small group study leaders have the confidence they need to teach Biblical principles and doctrine. Teaching 1 Peter looks at the first letter from the Apostle Peter to a primarily Gentile audience scattered around Asia Minor. Angus enables the leader to explain the context of this letter and its relevance to a contemporary setting where Gentile Christians were surrounded by a pagan culture. He also enables the leader to apply practical theology to specific situations that still affect the church today. This is the latest addition to the Teaching the Bible series.

Genres: Biblical Studies

272 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2008

Reviews

[Ian Rees · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very clear in its explanation of the text and how to get its message across.

[Adam Thomas · Rating 4 out of 5]

A useful guide for preaching 1 Peter, giving suggestions for planning a series on the book and then walking through the significance of each passage.

[John · Rating 4 out of 5]

Helpful insights into dealing with the text of 1 Peter in preparation for preaching. I certainly didn't use MacLeay's outlines, but they were suggestive and helpful as I sought to move from exegesis of the Biblical text to sermon preparation.