First Peter 2:9 describes believers as a royal _____.

### Why this is right First Peter 2:9 calls believers a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a dedicated nation, and God’s own purchased people. “Priesthood” is the word used in the verse. ### The concept The description presents a shared identity with a purpose: believers are to declare the wonderful deeds and virtues of the one who called them out of darkness into light. The title is therefore connected with witness and service, not merely a private status. First Peter 2:5 also describes believers as a holy priesthood offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. ### Terms - **Priesthood**: A community described in the passage as dedicated to God and called to offer spiritual service. ### Remember First Peter connects the royal-priesthood identity with declaring God’s deeds.