1 Peter 2:2-10

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• Reading the Text:
  • NRSV (with link to Anglicized NRSV) at Oremus Bible Browser.
  • The Bible Gateway: NIV, NASB, CEV, The Message, KJV, etc.
  • The Blue Letter Bible -  KJV, alternate versions, Greek text with concordance, commentaries.
  • The World Wide Study Bible includes commentary, exposition and sermons.
• Historical References, Commentary and Comparative Texts:
  • Chapter IX, The Epistle of Ignatius to the Ephesians, Ignatius of Antioch (c. 110).
  • Chapter IV, The Epistle of Ignatius to the Philadelphians, Ignatius of Antioch (c. 110). (Longer Version only - 4th cent interpolation)
  • Vision III.2, Shepherd of Hermas. (c.145)
  • Chapter III, Chapter XIII, Chapter XIV, Adversus Judaeos, Tertullian (c. 198)
  • Chapter XXVIII, On Prayer,  Tertullian (c. 199)
  • I.6, III.11, Paedagogus, Clement of Alexandria (c 200)
  • IV.13, Against Marcion, Tertullian (c. 210)
  • V.X, VIII.XIX, Against Celsus, Origen. (c.246)
  • From the Geneva Notes.
    • "...he describes the singular excellency of the elect, and also lest any man should doubt whether he is chosen or not, the apostle calls us back to the effectual calling, that is, to the voice of the gospel sounding both in our ears and minds by the outward preaching and ordinances."
  • From Matthew Henry's Commentary.
    • "To be built on Christ means, to believe in him."
  • From Wesley's Notes.
    • "As unto a living stone - Living from eternity; alive from the dead."
  • From the Commentary on the Whole Bible (Jamieson, Fausset and Brown, 1871).
    • "Christians are both the spiritual temple and the priests of the temple."
  • From The People's New Testament, B.W. Johnson, 1891.
    • "Hence God had foretold that Christ should be a Living Stone. Peter has not quoted the passage in full which declares that the stone is 'a tried stone,' 'a sure foundation.'"
• Contemporary Commentary, Studies, and Exegesis:
  • Dylan's Lectionary Blog, Easter 5. Biblical Scholar Sarah Dylan Breuer looks at readings for the coming Sunday in the lectionary of the Episcopal Church.
    • "If we believe Jesus, then we can stop saying "no way!" and live into the reality of Jesus the Way, until everyone God made and loves can tell the story of God's people as their own."
  • "First Thoughts on Year A Epistle Passages in the Lectionary," Easter 5, William Loader, Murdoch University, Uniting Church in Australia.
    • "Oddly when the church looks too good and like it has the stability to go forever, it quickly loses connection with its foundations."
  • Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
  • "Called through Relationship," study guide, Robert B. Kruschwitz, (other resources at) "Vocation," Christian Reflection, The Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, 2004.
  • "Set Apart to Sing God's Praise," Rev. Bryan Findlayson, Lectionary Bible Studies and Sermons, Pumpkin Cottage Ministry Resources. Includes detailed textual notes.
  • "The Foundation of Christian Hope: 1 Peter 1:1 - 2:10," An Easter Catechesis: The Lessons of 1 Peter, David L. Tiede, Word & World Texts in Context, Luther Northwestern Theological Seminary, 1984.
• Articles & Background:
  • "1 Peter 2:3: Recontextualization," Dr. Vernon K. Robbins, at The Encyclopedia of Socio-Rhetorical Interpretation.
    • "1 Peter 2.3 is a good example of recontextualization of a line from scripture: Like newborn babes, long for the pure spiritual milk, that by it you may grow up to salvation; for you have tasted the kindness of the Lord."
  • "God's Spiritual House: A Study of 1 Peter 2:4-5," Jerry Truex, Direction, 2004.
• Articles in ATLAS Journals. (Direct link when you are subscribed and logged in to ATLASerials online collection of Religion and Theology Journals.):
  • Best, Ernest, "1 Peter 2:4-10 -- A Reconsideration," Novum Testamentum, 1969.
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  • Chryssavgis, John, "The Royal Priesthood (Peter 2.9)," Greek Orthodox Theological Review, 1987.
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  • Dozeman, Thomas B., "The Priestly Vocation," Interpretation, 2005.
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  • Hobbie, Peter H., "1 Peter 2:2-10, From Text to Sermon," Interpretation, 1993.
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  • Howe, Frederic R., "Christ, the Building Stone, in Peter's Theology," Bibliotheca Sacra, 2000.
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  • Oss, Douglas A., "The Interpretation of the 'Stone' Passages by Peter and Paul: A Comparative Study," Journal of the Evangelical Theological Society, 1989.
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  • Schertz, "Radical Trust in the Just Judge: The Easter Texts of 1 Peter," Word & World, 2004.
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  • Tiede, David L., "The Easter Catechesis: The Lessons of 1 Peter," Word & World, 1984.
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  • Truex, Jerry, "God's Spiritual House: A Study of 1 Peter 2:4-5," Direction, 2004.
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  • Wright, David F., "A Race Apart? Jews, Gentiles, Christians," Bibliotheca Sacra, 2003.
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• Reviews:
• Sermons:
  • "Knowing Who We Are," John Jewell, 2002.
• With Children:
  • "Let Yourselves Be Built into a Spiritual House," Sunday School Lessons: Family Bible Study, art projects, music, stories, etc.
• Drama:
  • "Fruit Basket Upset," Nina Wallestad, Dramatic License. Conditions of Use.
• Graphics & Bulletin Materials:
  • Clip Art, 1 Peter 2:6, Fr. Richard Lonsdale, Resources for Catholic Educators.
  • 1 Peter 2:1, 1 Peter 2:1, Heartlight - Free Christian PowerPoint Backgrounds.
• Hymns and Music:
  • Contemporary/Praise Song suggestions, Together to Celebrate, David MacGregor.
  • Hymnal Scripture References, The Lutheran Hymnal, Lutheran Worship.
  • "Our Refuge," Brenton Prigge, NewHymn, a new, relevant hymn set to traditional tunes.
  • At Digital Hymnal (midi files, guitar chords, karaoke files, projection text):
    • I Need Thee, Precious Jesus
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• Study Links and Resources for the Book of 1 Peter