A Commentary on the Epistles of Peter

No.

Old Testament Prophecy

Fulfillment Scripture(s)

1

Genesis 3:15

Born offspring (seed) of a woman.

Matthew 1:18-25; Romans 3:24-25

In the Hebrew this is a peculiar phrase since the seed (Hebrew word ‘zera’) of a woman is not only biologically incorrect it is also grammatically wrong, thus pointing to a virgin and miraculous birth. 

2

Genesis 3:15

Will bruise Satan's head.

Hebrews 2:14; 1 John 3:8

The Hebrew translated as ‘bruised’ means to break or fall upon. Jesus certainly destroyed the works of Satan.

3

Genesis 3:15

Satan will bruise Jesus' heel.

Matthew 4:10; Mark 1:13; 8:33; John 13:27 

Jesus was crucified and while one could say that His heels were physically bruised during crucifixion the words bruise and heel can also be used to refer to breaking one's stride as Satan tried desperately to stop Him.

4

Genesis 12:3

All nations to receive a blessing through Abram.

Acts 25-26; Galatians 3:13-14; 2 Timothy 3:16-17; 2 Corinthians 5:17-21; 2 Peter 3:9

Jesus a descendant of Abram (later Abraham) offered salvation to all people and nations.

5

Genesis 22:8

God will provide for Himself the Lamb.

John 1:29

Jesus was the Lamb that was to be slain (The Exodus 12 Passover story provides more detail)

6

Genesis 22:18

The offspring of Isaac will bless the nations.

Galatians 3:8

The promise of blessing is to continue through the line of Isaac.

7

Genesis 26:4

God extends Covenant to Isaac.

Galatians 3:8; Luke 3:34

The Abrahamic Covenant will be reiterated several times, this time it is promised to Isaac and his descendants.

8

Genesis 28:14

The promise of blessing now given to Jacob.

Galatians 3:8

Jacob is now given the promise of nations being blessed through his bloodline.

9

Genesis 49:10

Royalty from the Tribe of Judah will be reigning until Shiloh (the Messiah) comes.

Matthew 1:2-3; Luke 3:33

The Messiah will come from the Tribe of Judah. This will occur when there are no more earthly kings of Israel/Judah.

10

Genesis 49:10

The Messiah shall receive the obedience of people.

John 10:16

People will follow the voice of the Good Shepherd.

11

Exodus 3:14

The presence of God in the Burning Bush.

John 8:58

In the Gospel of John there are seven "I AM" discourses all pointing to Jesus being God and the voice in the bush.

12

Exodus 12:3-6

The selection and presentation of the Passover Lamb four days prior to slaughter.

Mark 11:7-11

Jesus often claimed that His day had not yet arrived. On the day we call the Triumphant Entry or Palm Sunday Jesus arranged the day that He would be presented. 

13

Exodus 12:5

The Passover Lamb shall be without blemish.

Hebrews 9:14; 1 Peter 1:19

Jesus was a Lamb without blemish, the Hebrew phrase can also be interpreted He was innocent. He was and remains sin free!

14

Exodus 12:13 

The blood from the Passover Lamb covers our sin.

Matthew 26:28; Romans 5:9; 1 Corinthians 11:25; Ephesians 1:7; 1 John 1:7

Since the Fall of Man the blood from innocent animals was required for temporary forgiveness. Jesus' blood provides for an eternal propitiation. 

15

Exodus 12:21-27

The death of the Passover Lamb will allow people to be saved.

1 Corinthians 5:7

The death and sacrifice of Jesus, our Passover Lamb, allows us to be saved from our sins.

16

Exodus 12:46 and Numbers 9:12

None of the bones of the Passover Lamb are to be broken.

John 19:36

None of Jesus' bones were broken.

17

Numbers 21:8-9

The bronze serpent was raised for healing.

John 3:14-18; 12:32

Jesus referred to this story about a bronze serpent being raised on a hill by Moses when discussing His own death to Nicodemus. If the serpent refers to sin and the copper alloy is pointing to judgment (bronze can withstand fire) then it could represent "sin judged."

18

Numbers 24:16-17

A vision of the Almighty coming in the future. A star shall come out of Jacob and shall reign over Israel.

Matthew 2:2; Luke 1:33, 78

The Magi (the Wise Men) told Herod that they saw the Messiah's star rise and that He would be their ruler.

19

Deuteronomy 18:15

The Lord will rise up a great prophet like Moses.

John 1:21-45; 6:14; Acts 3:22-23; 7:37

After witnessing Jesus perform miracles, the people recognized Him as the Great Prophet Moses spoke about.

20

Deuteronomy 18:15-18

A prophet from among their brothers will speak the words of God.

John 5:30-47; 8:28

Jesus was obedient and spoke the words given to Him by His Father but they did not listen.

21

Deuteronomy 18:19

Those that do not listen to the great prophet will be destroyed.

Acts 3:23

Those that do not listen to Jesus will be condemned since there is no other way to salvation.

22

Deuteronomy 21:13

Cursed is the one that hangs on a tree. 

Galatians 3:13

Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law becoming a curse for us.

23

1 Samuel 2:10

God will give strength to His King and exalt His anointed.

Matthew 2:2; 28:18; John 1:49; 12:13-15

God gave all authority to Jesus and made Him king.

24

1 Samuel 2:35

Shall rise up a faithful priest that will always serve.

Hebrews 2:17; 3:1-6; 7:24

Jesus is our Chief Priest forever.

25

2 Samuel 7:12; 1 Chronicles 17:11

David's offspring will establish God's kingdom.

Matthew 1:1

Jesus came from the line of David.

26

2 Samuel 7:13-16; 1 Chronicles 17:12-13

The throne of David through Solomon would last forever.

2 Peter 1:11

The kingdom Jesus established is eternal.

27

Job 19:23-27

Job's Redeemer would stand on the earth and promise resurrection.

John 5:24-29

Jesus promised the dead would rise up when He calls.

28

Psalm 2:1-3

The kings and rulers of the earth rise up against His anointed.

Acts 4:25-26; 

Jesus was perceived as a threat to many kings and rulers in His day but also many years later.

29

Psalm 8:5

Made lower than heavenly beings but all things will be subject to Him.

Hebrews 2:6-10

Jesus was willing to suffer and die for us so that we would not.

30

Psalm 22:1-3

My God why have You forsaken me? Christ's cry of anguish and acknowledgment of God's holiness.

Matthew 27:4; 2 Corinthians 5:21; 1 Peter 2:24

You can't miss the distinctive phrase from Psalm 22:1 if you are familiar with Jesus' suffering on the cross. Here He is crying out on our behalf as He cries out to His God instead of calling Him Father as He has done every other time.

31

Psalm 22:6-7

Scorned by mankind, despised by people and mocked with words and actions.

Matthew 27:39; Mark 15:29

Jesus was loudly mocked and ridiculed during His trials and during His crucifixion. 

32

Psalm 22:8

Mocked with words about being rescued by God.

Luke 23:35

The mockers were amused that God wouldn't save Jesus.

33

Psalm 22:12-13

Surrounded by bulls as if to condemn. They open their mouths like a roaring lion tearing the flesh off their prey.

Matthew 27:39-44; John 8:44; 1 Peter 5:8

These verses have been interpreted many ways. Cruel people who wouldn’t accept His teaching and now wanted to mock Him and be entertained by Him surrounded Jesus. Who do we know is like a roaring lion?

34

Psalm 22:14

Poured out like water, bones out of joint and hear is melted like wax.

John 19:28-30

Crucifixion is a slow and painful form of execution even though suffocation is the ultimate cause of death complete exhaustion of all muscles including the heart occurs.

35

Psalm 22:16

Encompassed by dogs and evildoers having been pierced hands and feet.

Matthew 27:35; Luke 24:40; John 19:37; 20:25

In the process of being crucified Jesus' hands and feet were pierced by large nails to hold Him to the wood. Some manuscripts refer to a lion here although this is a correct interpretation it needs to be used in proper context as the word is used to compare to the piercing of a lion's bite.

36

Psalm 22:17

Christ can count all His bones and they stare and gloat over Him.

Luke 23:35; 48

The psalmist paints a picture of death. Jesus died on the cross and many watched.

37

Psalm 22:18

His garments were divided by casting lots.

Matthew 27:35; Mark 15:24; John 19:23-24

The Romans divided Jesus' clothing by casting lots.

38

Psalm 27:12

There will be false witnesses that will accuse Christ.

Matthew 26:59-61; Mark 14:57-59

Many gave false testimony against Jesus.

39

Psalm 31:3-5

The Christ will commit His spirit to God.

Luke 23:46; 1 Peter 4:19

Jesus committed His spirit to God as He died on the cross.

40

Psalm 34:19-20

Christ will suffer many afflictions but no bones will be broken.

John 19:36

Even after being beaten and nailed to a cross Jesus did not have any bones broken.

41

Psalm 35:19

Will be hated without cause.

John 15:24-25

Jesus was indeed hated even though He did nothing wrong.

42

Psalm 38:11

As He is dying His friends and family would keep their distance.

Matthew 27:55; Mark 15:40; Luke 23:49

Jesus’ family and friends watched from a distance.

43

Psalm 41:9

Will be betrayed by a friend.

Matthew 26:14-16, 47, 50; Mark 14:17-21; Luke 22:21-23; John 13:18-19

Judas, a close friend and disciple, betrayed Jesus.

44

Psalm 69:9; 19-20

Rebuked and scorned by His enemies.

John 2:17; Romans 15:3

Jesus was loudly mocked, rebuked and scorned by many of His enemies.

45

Psalm 69:24-28

Looked for comfort and sympathy and found none, given vinegar to drink.

Matthew 27:48; Mark 15:36; Luke 23:36

Jesus was thirsty and was given sour wine to drink.

46

Psalm 78:2

Will speak in parables.

Matthew 13:34-35

Jesus taught using parables especially later in His ministry.

47

Psalm 89:1-4

Will possess the throne of David forever.

Acts 13:23; 36-37; 15:16; Romans 1:3-7; 15:12; 2 Timothy 2:8-14

Technically a prophecy that will be fulfilled during His second coming this is another prediction of the line of David being fulfilled by Jesus.

48

Psalm 102:16

The Lord will come in glory.

Matthew 24:30; 25:31; Luke 21:27

Although a "yet future" event Jesus spoke about His return.

49

Psalm 118:22

The stone that was rejected becomes the cornerstone.

Matthew 21:42; Mark 12:10; Luke 20:17; Acts 4:11; 1 Peter 2:27

As discussed in the commentary Jesus is our Rock. He was rejected by man but became the cornerstone that the plan of our salvation is built on.

50

Isaiah 7:14-16

Virgin birth is anticipated.

Matthew 1:20-22

Here again scholars often debate the wording however when context is examined it is clear that the writer is referring to a virgin birth. Jesus was indeed born of a virgin mother.

51

Isaiah 8:13-15

Christ will be a stone of offense and a rock of stumbling.

Romans 9:32-33

Jesus caused many to stumble in their thinking causing some to be offended. Some may need to be offended to see the truth.

52

Isaiah 9:1

The location of Christ’s life and ministry and the promise of a great light.

Matthew 4:12-16

Jesus ministered to those in Galilee, Zebulun and Naphtali providing light to those in darkness. 

53

Isaiah 9:2-6

The coming birth of Christ, the Son of God.

Matthew 11:29; Luke 1:79; 2:11;  

God’s Son, Jesus was born and accepted the yoke of His burden.

54

Isaiah 9:6

The weight of the government will be on His shoulders.

Matthew 28:18; 1 Corinthians 15:25

Jesus said all authority has been given to Him. 

55

Isaiah 9:6-7

He will be exalted and proclaimed mighty.

Ephesians 2:14

He is our Prince of Peace.

56

Isaiah 9:7

Will sit on the throne of David and the increase of His government and peace will not end. 

Luke 1:32-33

Jesus will rule without end.

57

Isaiah 11:1

The Messiah will come from the line of Jesse.

Matthew 1:5-6; Luke 3:32

Jesus was a descendant of Jesse, the father of King David.

58

Isaiah 11:2

The Spirit of the Lord will rest upon Him.

Matthew 3:16; Mark 1:10; Luke 3:22

The Holy Spirit was seen resting on Jesus by many.

59

Isaiah 11:3

He will not judge by what His eyes sees.

John 7:24

Jesus did not judge by appearances.

60

Isaiah 11:10

The Messiah will be for all people. He will rally all people to Him.

Matthew 21:13; John 12:18-21

Jesus made it clear that salvation was for all people from all nations.

61

Isaiah 28:16

A firm foundation and precious cornerstone.

Matthew 21:42; Acts 4:11; Romans 9:33; 1 Peter 2:27

Jesus referred to Himself as the stone the builders rejected becoming the cornerstone.

62

Isaiah 35:5-7

The blind will see, the deaf will hear and the lame will walk.

Matthew 11:2-6; Luke 7:22

Jesus performed many healings and miracles to authenticate His ministry.

63

Isaiah 40:1-5

A forerunner will announce the coming of the Messiah.

Matthew 3:1-2; Mark 1:2-4; Luke 1:76-79; John 1:23

John the Baptist announced the coming of the Messiah and identified Jesus as the Christ.

64

Isaiah 40:6-11

Even though man's lifetime is only a fleeting moment in the eyes of God the Lord is coming and will be our shepherd.

John 3:16; 10:11; 21:15

Jesus is our Savior and the Good Shepherd.

65

Isaiah 42:1-13

Christ as servant of the Lord and deliverer for all.

Acts 3:26; 4:27; 17:25; Philippians 2:7

Jesus even though He is God became our servant and our deliverer. 

66

Isaiah 42:7

The Messiah to open blind eyes and to free those that are held captive by sin.

John 9:1-41

Jesus on a number of occasions opened the eyes of the blind. 

67

Isaiah 50:1-11

The Servant of the Lord will be obedient even during time of intense humiliation.

Matthew 27:28-30; Mark 14:65; 15:19-20; Luke 22:63

Jesus was mocked, tortured, humiliated and killed.

68

Isaiah 52:13-53:12

The Suffering Servant of God to be exalted.

Philippians 2:9

Jesus suffered beyond our comprehension and rose victorious over death. His name is exalted over all other names!

69

Isaiah 53:3

The Messiah will be despised and rejected by men.

Mark 8:31; 9:12; Luke 23:11

Jesus told us that He would be despised and rejected. He was indeed poorly treated and mocked.

70

Isaiah 53:3

He will not be esteemed.

John 1:10-11

Jesus came to His own people and they would not believe Him.

71

Isaiah 53:4

He would be familiar with grief carrying our sorrows, sickness and weaknesses and would be smitten by God.

Matthew 8:14-17

Jesus not only died on the cross so that we would ultimately live with Him without sin or sickness in eternity He also healed many during His ministry and still does through miraculous healing.

72

Isaiah 53:5

Will be pierced for our transgressions and killed for our sins.

Romans 4:25; 1 Peter 2:24

Jesus’ hands and feet were nailed to the cross. He was literally pierced for our sins.

73

Isaiah 53:6

Since mankind has gone astray God put our sin on Him.

1 Peter 2:25; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Colossians 2:14

Paul said God made Jesus to be sin for our sakes. The weight of all mankind’s sin on Jesus. Again this is beyond our comprehension. 

74

Isaiah 53:7

Oppressed and afflicted yet will not defend themselves.

Matthew 26:63; Mark 14:61; John 19:9; 1 Peter 2:23

Jesus did not defend Himself. Not one word! He willingly suffered and died for us.

75

Isaiah 53:7

Like a lamb lead to slaughter.

Acts 8:26-40

Jesus did not say a word just as a lamb accepts being sheared He forfeited due process or any justice on His behalf. 

76

Isaiah 53:8

By oppression and judgment the Messiah is to be taken away.

Matthew 26:47-56; Mark 14:43-50; Luke 22:47-53; John 18:3-11

A large crowd arrested Jesus in a garden.

77

Isaiah 53:9

Will be placed in a grave with the wicked and a rich man.

Matthew 27:57-60

Jesus was crucified between two criminals and was placed in a grave that was owned by Joseph from Arimathea a wealthy man.

78

Isaiah 53:9

He will have done nothing wrong and will not deceive anyone.

1 Peter 2:22; Hebrews 4:15; 1 John 3:5

Jesus lived a sinless life and He did not deceive anyone. 

79

Isaiah 53:10

The will of God is to kill him.

Acts 2:23

Jesus dying on the cross was God’s plan from the beginning.

80

Isaiah 53:11

After the Messiah suffered and dies He will bear man’s iniquities and justify many.

1 John 2:1; Acts 7:52; 13:39; Romans 5:18-19

Jesus offered Himself as a substitution so that we may be justified and be considered righteous. 

81

Isaiah 53:12

Will be given a portion among the great.

Philippians 2:9

The name of Jesus is above all other names.

82

Isaiah 53:12

Poured out life even when dying.

Matthew 26:28; Colossians 2:15

The blood of Jesus, which was poured out as a sacrifice to forgive the sins of many.

83

Isaiah 53:12

Numbered with the transgressors.

Matthew 27:38; Mark 15:27; Luke 22:37: 23:32

Jesus was crucified next to two criminals. 

84

Isaiah 53:12

Bore the sin of many.

Hebrews 9:28

Jesus bore the sin of those willing to accept Him as their personal Savor.

85

Isaiah 55:1-13

The offer of salvation to anyone who seeks God.

Matthew 5:6; John 7:37-38

Jesus made it very clear, salvation is available to everyone. 

86

Isaiah 59:1-21

The promised Savior will come even though Israel has sinned.

Romans 11:25-36

Our Savior Jesus came through Israel born in the Tribe of Judah. 

87

Jeremiah 16:19-21

God's plan for salvation includes the Gentiles.

Matthew 8:11; Acts 11:1-18; 10:34-43

Jesus came to save all people. Peter tells us that Jesus wants all to come to repentance (2 Peter 3:9) but unfortunately not all will.

88

Jeremiah 31:31-40

God promises a new covenant to replace the one given to Moses.

Luke 22:20; 2 Corinthians 3:6

Jesus made a new covenant possible. 

89

Daniel 9:24-27

Seventy sevens (weeks) of years.

Matthew 21:1-11; Mark 11:1-11; Luke 19:28-38; John 12:12-19

Considered one of the key prophecies in the Bible. These verses provide the basic framework as to when to expect the Messiah’s first coming. Controversial but too important to leave out.

90

Hosea 11:1

Christ to be called out of Egypt.

Matthew 2:13-23

Due to Judea's king Herod edict to kill all boys around the Bethlehem area who were two-years old or younger, Jesus and His parents fled to Egypt until Herod’s death

91

Micah 5:1-4

The Messiah will come from Bethlehem.

Matthew 2:1-12; Luke 2:4; John 7:42

The little town of Bethlehem, the city of David (Ruth 4:11; 1 Samuel 17:12) was the birthplace of our Messiah and was born in a manger, truly a humble beginning!

92

Zechariah 9:9-7

Israel will welcome the Messiah. He will be riding on a donkey.

Matthew 21:4-5; Mark 11:9-10; Luke 20:38; John 12:13-15

Jesus entered Jerusalem on the back of a young donkey. This triumphal entry was during the same week He was betrayed, tried, convicted and put to death.

93

Zechariah 11:1-17

Israel will reject the Messiah at His first coming and bear the consequences.

Matthew 23:37-39; Luke 13:34-35

Israel did not understand the prophecy regarding their Messiah correctly. They were looking for a powerful leader to usurp the evil rulers instead of a suffering servant. They didn't understand that sin and death needed to be conquered first. He will come back to usurp the evil from the world.

94

Zechariah 11:12-13

Will be sold for thirty pieces of silver.

Matthew 26:14-15; 27:9

Judas for 30 pieces of silver betrayed Jesus.

95

Zechariah 12:10

Christ's body will be pierced. 

John 19:34-37

Jesus was pierced when He was crucified however those that put Him to death will mourn for Him at a much later time (second half of verse). His return will be in response to recognizing their error and subsequent calling on Him (See Matthew 23:37-39)

96

Zechariah 13:1-7

Israel promised restoration to God and the Lord's Shepherd would be wounded.

Matthew 26:31; Mark 14:27

Jesus wounded (killed) during first coming but will be a problem for the Jews, which will be restored after His Second Coming.

97

Malachi 2:17-3:6

There will be messenger of God proceeding Christ.

Matthew 11:10; Mark 1:2; Luke 7:27

John the Baptist was the messenger that announced the coming of Jesus.