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N.T. Wright on New Exodus People - Anglican (1 Peter 2:9)

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"Peter echoes Exodus: you are what Israel was called to be—a kingdom of priests, a holy nation. The new exodus has created a new people. This identity shapes vocation: declaring God's mighty acts, demonstrating God's character, anticipating God's kingdom." — N.T. Wright. Anglican: new exodus identity.

Topics & Themes

ExodusIsraelkingdomvocationdemonstrating

Scripture References

1 Peter 2:9Exodus 19:6

Emotional Tone

hopejoyanticipation

Audience

adults

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