1 John 1 is about the reality of Christ the Messiah , who came as "the Word of life" from the father, so that we might have fellowship with the Father and receive Him, who is our eternal life. Fellowship with Him means that we walk with Him in His light, but if we deny Him we can only walk in darkness. By denying Him, we deny His Word and therefore will not have the truth and give up the privilege of resting in the eternal life available in Christ. But, if we confess our sins , He is faithful and will forgive us and we can enter into fellowship with Him and with one another in the Body, and the blood of Jesus purifies us and He becomes our eternal life.

2 Peter 3 reminds us that the day of the Lord is coming soon. Scoffers will mock the prophesies of Christ's return and will deny their creator and the only Way to eternal life. Peter encourages us to live holy and godly lives, looking forward to that day and the new heavens and new earth He has promised. We are to make every effort to be found "living peaceful lives that are pure and blameless in His sight", as He continues to grow us in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

2 Peter 2 describes false teachers among us. They will cleverly teach destructive heresies, and will follow their evil teaching and shameful immorality. They are proud and arrogant, and they act like "unthinking animals", behaving by instinct and indulge themselves in evil pleasures. They delight in deception and "are as useless as dried-up springs". Peter says they would have been better off if they had never known the way to righteousness, since they reject the command to live a holy life. They prove true the proverb: "A washed pig returns to the mud". Their destruction is their reward as they live under God's curse.

2 Peter 1 reminds us of the abundant blessings we receive through our knowledge of Him who called us, namely grace and peace, and "everything we need for life and godliness". We are called to therefore behave with goodness, self-control, brotherly kindness and love, so that our knowledge of Christ will be effective and productive and we will be confident in the assurance of our calling and election.

1 Peter 5 provides some further guidance for men who work in the shepherding of God's people. We are encouraged to "care for the flock of God" willingly without grudge and with eagerness in service to God. We are called to lead by example, serving in humility under the mighty power of God. Finally, we are warned to be watchful and alert of the enemy, resisting him and standing firm in the faith with confidence that our God of grace will himself "make you strong, firm, and steadfast".

1 Peter 4 teaches that when we submit to suffering for Christ, we actually "arm ourselves with the same attitude" of Christ's suffering on the cross. With this attitude of submission, we no longer live for our sinful desires, "but rather for the will of God". Peter says this requires us to be clear minded , self-controlled, loving each other deeply, serving others with whatever gift God has given us, speaking the words of God and serving with the strength God provides, to His glory and praise.

1 Peter 3 teaches some principles regarding right Christian living. Our lives witness to unbelievers more than our words, so be careful that our behavior is pure and godly. We should value the attitude and inner spirit of a person more than their outward appearance, since only these are valued in God's eyes. Behave rightly toward others with honor and respect and understanding, since otherwise "your prayers will not be heard" (3:12 also). Peter lists five aspects that should characterize believers 1) one mind (pursuing the same goals), 2) sympathy (responsive to others) , 3) love ( treating each other as family), 4) tenderness ( caring and sensitive), 5) humility ( encourage and rejoice together). Lastly, Peter reminds us again that we may suffer for doing what is right, but God will reward us for it. He says "don't be afraid" then, and "don't worry", since we can trust in our "Shepherd, the Guardian of your souls".