Lesson 256: 1 Peter 2:9
The Blueprint — The Verse
But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God's special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.
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The Context — The History
Peter applies Exodus and Isaiah language to Gentile-inclusive church. Identity as chosen priestly nation exists for proclaiming God's excellencies who rescued from darkness.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
After describing believers as living stones and spiritual house, Peter declares their corporate identity: chosen people, royal priesthood, holy nation, God's possession for praise declaration.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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And a stone of stumbling, and a rock of offence, even to them which stumble at the word, being disobedient: whereunto also they were appointed.
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Which in time past were not a people, but are now the people of God: which had not obtained mercy, but now have obtained mercy.
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Discussion
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How does being God's special possession shape daily choices?
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What praises of God can you declare to others?
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From what darkness has ChristJesus of Nazareth, also called the Christ or the Messiah, is the central figure of the New Testament and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. Born in the line of David, He taught with divine authority, performed miracles, and revealed the kingdom of God. More called you?
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