Final Battle Instructions for the Christian Culture Wars
Peter reminds the church that the battle with our culture is not a losing effort. Thirty years earlier Jesus was the one reminding Peter of the same thing. Studying these parallel passages, we can see three final instructions:
Approach the battle with humility. Jesus gave this instruction at the last supper, washing the feet of his disciples (Luke 22:24-26). Peter echoed those instructions 30 years later as an old man (1 Peter 5:5-6).
Satan is the real enemy, not culture. Jesus told his disciples that Satan wanted to test their faith with trials (Luke 22:31-32). Peter passed the test after 30 years of ups and downs (1 Peter 5:8-9, Ephesians 6:12).
Trust God for ultimate victory. Jesus promised his disciples a place in his Kingdom (Luke 22:28-30). Peter remembered those words 30 years later (1 Peter 5:10-11) and would soon live them out in his martyrdom.
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