1 Peter 2:24-25
What is written? (ESV)
He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, that we might die to sin and live to righteousness. By his wounds you have been healed. For you were straying like sheep, but have now returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls.
What does it say?
Jesus bore our sins in His body on the cross, so that we might be dead to sin but live in righteousness. By His suffering, you have been saved. You were straying like sheep but now have returned to the great Shepherd and Overseer of your spiritual being.
What is its immediate context?
Peter is writing to the “elect” of the “dispersion” – Christians that have been scattered throughout Galatia and Asia Minor. He is encouraging them to stand firm in the face of current persecution and reminding them of the promise they have in and through Christ.
How 1 Peter 2:24-25 is applied across Bible answers
Top 5: Images of the church?
Jesus is the Shepherd and His followers are like sheep.
