Intro: 1 Peter

1 Peter is a letter written in the 60s A.D. by the apostle Peter to the Christians scattered throughout Roman provinces in Asia Minor. Peter encourages these elect exiles to hold fast to their living hope in Christ while enduring trials and suffering in the present evil age. He urges them to do so by conducting their lives with joyful holiness until the day of future grace and glory.This collection of artwork was created by various artists using different media, including visual, written, musical, and edible art, to recount how the themes of 1 Peter have impacted and inspired them. Follow the narrative thread through the letter, and notice how the pieces of art build upon one another, creating isolated moments of wonder, while contributing to and adorning the theme as a whole. As you ponder the artwork in this book, we hope that the stories and truths they represent both challenge and encourage you. Allow yourself to be drawn into each piece, where you might discover reflections of your own story, within God’s bigger story.