In I Peter we read these words written by the apostle: “Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, to those who reside as aliens scattered throughout….”    The word alien has also been translated as exiles.  Exiles are those individuals or group of people that are cast out of a certain geographical location, social structure, or running for their lives.

 

The question is then, why are they in the position they are in?  The answer is simple.  These individuals are different from society.  Therefore, because of their differences of belief, lifestyle, or religion, these people are the outsiders.

 

During the time of Peter, followers of Jesus were the outsiders.  Their beliefs were different from society.  They took care of the poor, feed the prisoners, cared for the widows and orphans, and followed the laws.  It was their belief in Jesus that created the problem, which them made them outcasts.

 

Today, followers of Jesus are the exiles.  The ones who do not belong.   But, this world is not our home.  This world is just a time.  So, we are the exiles.  We are the outcast, because this world is not our home.  That is coming.