Ken Boa identifies the warfare as a “present cosmic-earthly conflict.” Numerous specific accounts of this “pervasive supranatural” warfare are presented from the Old and New Testaments.
Ken Boa introduces the reality of spiritual warfare in the believer’s life. Scripture upholds this middle territory of demonic and angelic powers. A healthy balanced view of this warfare is important for a victorious Christian life.
Peter encourages his readers, in light of the brevity of life, to be stewards of the grace of God. To live each day with a doxological purpose. In speaking and in service, make it such for the glory of God.
Peter continues to prepare his readers for upcoming persecution and opposition. He encourages them to always be prepared to make a defense for the hope that is in them. Dr. Boa expounds on this notion of turning from fear to faith and sanctifying Christ as Lord in our hearts so that the shalom within us becomes evident to others.
Dr. Boa focuses on two verses (1 Peter 3:8-9) a little transitional section dealing with our relationship with the believing community as well as our relationship to those who oppress and oppose us. It is a lifestyle of love.
Dr. Boa provides an overview of the first epistle of Peter. It is a book of encouragement and hope to a people who are oppressed and persecuted. There are three overarching themes throughout this book: suffering, glory and grace. By God’s grace, He transmutes the lead of suffering into the gold of glory; a glory that will endure.
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