The scripture we are reciting together for meditation today comes from the New Testament, 1 Peter 1:3. Peter was not only one of the twelve apostles chosen by Jesus, he was also one of the three representatives of the apostles closest to Jesus. 1 Peter is the first of two epistles that Peter wrote to the church, moved by the Holy Spirit. This epistle testifies to the "true grace" of God, and strengthens the faith of the Christians who were scattered in the northern part of Asia Minor at that time. Dear listeners, if you are now in distress, ask God to bring you a living hope through His wonderful word. (translation from DeepL.com/translator)