Great Things in First Peter

[372 words] There are at least nine different Greek words that are used in the New Testament which could be translated “great.” The word appears more than a few times in different books and letters. As we read our Bible, some of these great things stand out. At times, even if the word “great” is not used, we know they are great by what we read about them. The letter we call First Peter could be an example. You can easily see one great thing in each chapter. A Great Salvation To Treasure. In 1 Pet. 1:5, the apostle mentions that God’s people are kept by the power of God for salvation. In verse 6, he says it causes great rejoicing. We must take advantage of it by living obedient, holy lives. A Great Example To Imitate. The context of 1 Pet. 2:21-23 deals with suffering. Note that He suffered…