1 Peter 1:10-12 NLT

Peter Pett's Commentary on the Bible - 1 Peter 1:11-12

‘Searching what time or what manner of time the Spirit of Christ which was in them did point to, when it testified beforehand the sufferings of (or ‘unto’) Christ, and the glories that should follow them. To whom it was revealed, that not unto themselves, but to you, did they minister these things, which now have been announced to you through those who preached the gospel to you by the Holy Spirit sent forth from heaven; which things angels desire to look into.’ For the prophets had within them... read more

Arthur Peake

Arthur Peake's Commentary on the Bible - 1 Peter 1:3-12

1 Peter 1:3-2 Kings : . The section contains a deep and rich thanksgiving to God for the certainty of an eternal fellowship with Christ. This no sufferings can mar, nor death itself break. He is the unseen Friend, and since they know Him by the power of faith, they have a richer inheritance than the prophets, and in their joy is a note that is wanting even in the song of angels. 1 Peter 1:7 . revelation: lit. apocalypse. Thus was every manifestation of Christ regarded. He is always present,... read more

Matthew Poole

Matthew Poole's English Annotations on the Holy Bible - 1 Peter 1:10

Of which salvation; either: 1. The more full and clear manifestation of salvation promised to be at the coming of Christ, when life and immortality should be brought to light through the gospel, 2 Timothy 1:10; and then this place is parallel to Luke 10:24; or: 2. The salvation of the dispersed Jews, i.e. their public conversion by the gospel, and eternal life following upon it; which (as well as the calling of the Gentiles) was reserved for the times and glory of the Messiah. The prophets;... read more

Matthew Poole

Matthew Poole's English Annotations on the Holy Bible - 1 Peter 1:11

Searching what? Whether near or farther off, or what particular part of time. This may relate particularly to Daniel’s weeks, Daniel 9:1-27. What manner of time; whether peaceable or troublesome, when the people were free or when in bondage; what were the qualities of the time, or signs by which it might be known, Jacob foretells Christ’s coming, when the sceptre was departed from Judah, Genesis 49:10; Isaiah, in a time of universal peace, Isaiah 2:4; Isaiah 11:6. This diligent inquiring after... read more

Matthew Poole

Matthew Poole's English Annotations on the Holy Bible - 1 Peter 1:12

Unto whom; unto which prophets. It was revealed; viz. by the Spirit of Christ that was in them. That not unto themselves; who lived before Christ’s coming in the flesh. But unto us; not only apostles, but believers, who live since Christ came. They did minister; declare and foretell. The preaching of the word is called a ministry, Acts 6:4; 2 Corinthians 4:1; 2 Corinthians 5:18. The things; the whole doctrine of the gospel concerning Christ’s person, offices, benefits, kingdom, and the whole... read more

Joseph Exell

Preacher's Complete Homiletical Commentary - 1 Peter 1:3-12

CRITICAL AND EXEGETICAL NOTES1 Peter 1:3. Blessed be.—A characteristic Jewish recognition of God’s mercy. Compare with 2 Corinthians 1:3; Ephesians 1:3. Abundant.—πολὺ, much. Begotten us.—The choice of the nation is thought of as its first Divine birth; the call into gospel privileges is thought of as a new and second Divine birth (see John 3:5; Titus 3:5; James 1:18). Lively hope.—Living hope. “A life in which hope is the energising principle” (Alford). Macknight’s note is suggestive:... read more

William Nicoll

Sermon Bible Commentary - 1 Peter 1:10

1 Peter 1:10 I. The prophets are an example to us in the study of salvation (1) in the intention of their study; (2) in the subject of their study; (3) in the noble spirit of resignation they evinced in presence of intellectual difficulties which they were not able to surmount. II. The Apostles are examples to us in the proclamation of the Gospel (1) in subject matter; (2) in manner of preaching; (3) in the power which accompanied their preaching. III. The angels are examples to us in the... read more

William Nicoll

Sermon Bible Commentary - 1 Peter 1:11

1 Peter 1:11 The Suffering which Fruits in Glory. I. The sufferings of Christ. From what source did they spring? What was their deepest and most essential characteristic? There will be many answers. (1) They were vicarious; (2) they were extreme; (3) they were unmerited; (4) they were according to the will of God. II. The glory that should follow. Language and imagination alike stagger in the Apocalypse under the revelation. It is called the glory of the Father, the glory at which the Father... read more

William Nicoll

Sermon Bible Commentary - 1 Peter 1:12

1 Peter 1:12 Advent Tidings. Our text speaks of angel students, and it speaks of them as being engaged in their eager and, if I may use the word of such high, and blessed, and holy intelligences, in their curious, research; for in the original the term which is translated "desire to look into" conveys the idea of bending, stooping over, in order that they may eagerly peer into those subjects which are the objects of their investigation. Those subjects are the great Advent tidings. I. The... read more

Charles Simeon

Charles Simeon's Horae Homileticae - 1 Peter 1:10-12

DISCOURSE: 2383THE IMPORTANCE OF THE PROPHECIES1 Peter 1:10-12. Of which salvation the prophets have inquired and searched diligently, who prophesied of the grace that should come unto you: searching what, or what manner of time the Spirit of Christ which was in them did signify, when it testified beforehand the sufferings of Christ, and the glory that should follow. Unto whom it was revealed, that not unto themselves, but unto us they did minister the things, which are now reported unto you by... read more

Peter Pett's Commentary on the Bible - 1 Peter 1:11-12

Arthur Peake's Commentary on the Bible - 1 Peter 1:3-12

Matthew Poole's English Annotations on the Holy Bible - 1 Peter 1:10

Matthew Poole's English Annotations on the Holy Bible - 1 Peter 1:11

Matthew Poole's English Annotations on the Holy Bible - 1 Peter 1:12

Preacher's Complete Homiletical Commentary - 1 Peter 1:3-12

Sermon Bible Commentary - 1 Peter 1:10

Sermon Bible Commentary - 1 Peter 1:11

Sermon Bible Commentary - 1 Peter 1:12

Charles Simeon's Horae Homileticae - 1 Peter 1:10-12

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