First Peter contains a rich mixture of penetrating Christology, wisdom for the suffering church, and advice for spiritual growth. In the last few decades, commentaries have become more focused on setting this letter in its socio-historical and cultural context. Technical (Own it) Paul Achtemeier (Hermeneia) [Pseudonymous]. Achtemeier’s work is primarily historical-critical, in keeping with the Hermeneia series as a whole; but unlike most of the other volumes, his is more invested in reflecting