Peter begins his letter: Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To those who reside as aliens, scattered throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, who are chosen… (1 Peter 1:1 NAS). Peter writes this letter from Rome where it is believed he was eventually martyred.  He writes to the Christians who lived in a particular region which is known today as Turkey.  He […]