Peter gives hope to the early Jewish believers and helps all believers understand the benefit of Christ-like suffering.

O: Amos tells of coming judgment. Obadiah warns Esau of consequences for persecuting Israel. Jonah resists God call to preach to Nineveh. Micah tells of future judgment and blessing.
WN: John writes so that we may believe on the name of Jesus Christ and have eternal life. Jude warns of false teachers.

O: Hosea lists Israel’s sins and affirms God’s love. Joel warns about a plague of locusts and calls on people to return to God.
WN: James speaks of the importance of good works and godly behavior. Peter tells of the benefits of suffering and the importance of faith and trust in the Word.