1 Peter 5:8-9.
“Salvation, Submission, Suffering.” A Study Through the First Epistle of Peter.
Peter beings to wrap up his letter with some final admonitions and warnings. One of those warnings is about the devil himself. Peter describes the devil as a roaring lion who is prowling the earth, seeking people to devour and swallow up. With this warning, Peter gives instructions on how to avoid the devil's temptations and traps. He tells us that we must be alert and aware of what is going on around us. If we fail to do this, we will most certainly fall into the Adversary's traps. If we heed this warning, we will be able to stand face to face with the devil and withstand his temptations. As the song, "When I Can Read My Title Clear" states:
"Should earth against my soul engage,
And fiery darts be hurled,
Then I can smile at Satan's rage,
And face a frowning world."
Pastor Matt Thornton, Speaker.
Archive Date: 02/21/21
