1 Peter 1:1-2

1 Peter 1:1-2

[1] Peter,  an apostle  of Jesus  Christ,  to the strangers  scattered  throughout Pontus,  Galatia,  Cappadocia,  Asia,  and  Bithynia,  [2] according  to the foreknowledge  of God  the Father,  through  sanctification  of the Spirit,  unto  obedience  and  sprinkling  of the blood  of Jesus  Christ:  Grace  and  peace,  be multiplied. 

What does 1 Peter 1:1-2 Mean?

Contextual Meaning

Peter began this epistle in the manner that was customary in his day. [1] He introduced himself and his original readers, and he wished God"s blessing on them to prepare them for what he had to say. He prepared them for dealing with trials by reminding them of who they were, what they had, and where they were going ( 1 Peter 1:1-5).