1 Peter 1:10-12 – Peter realized that Jesus fulfilled all Old Testament prophecies regarding the Messiah. Looking back over the Scriptures, we realize that the gospel was always God’s original plan.
Understanding the Bible
- Jesus was never Plan B regarding the Old Testament strategy (1:10).
- The Holy Spirit foreshadowed details of Christ so we could identify Him (1:11).
- Our testimonies are contingent upon previous generations passing the gospel baton to us (1:12).
Unpacking the Bible
- Adam and Eve – A substitute was required to cover their shame (Gen. 3:21).
- Abel – This shepherd was murdered by his kinsman for giving his best (Gen. 4:8).
- Noah – Humanity paid for its sin unless it was shielded by an intervening piece of timber (Gen. 7:23).
- Isaac – This son obeyed his father to the mountain of sacrifice (Gen. 22:8).
- Judah – This son was a willing substitute, so his father would not grieve the death of one he loved (Gen. 44:34).
- Joseph – This favored son of his father was sacrificed for the survival of others (Gen. 45:5).
- Passover Lamb – This unblemished sacrifice secured freedom for those who didn’t deserve it (Ex. 12:13).
- Moses – This homeless prophet was a willing replacement for the sinners who earned judgment (Ex. 32:32).
- David – This king welcomed his frail opponents to dine at his table (2 Sam. 9:13).
- Jonah – This prophet continued the ministry when he rose on the third day (Jon. 1:17).
- The Fourth Man – This messenger from God joined the obedient servants in their suffering (Dan. 3:25).
- This unchanging gospel message came to us but should not stay with us.
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