The believers Peter was addressing were being persecuted and even put to death for their faith! Yet, Peter encourages submission. He says, "Submit to every human authority because of the Lord...Honor everyone. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the Emperor." This is so countercultural to us!
Americans rarely submit to good authority, much less authority that is harsh and evil. Try to wrap your mind around this principle. Look how highly God values His ultimate authority. Submission is a beautiful character quality.
Strive for it.
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