Conclusion of 1 Peter: The Intimate Church

What this episode covers

Peter's salutation/greetings portray the intimate relationship of the church. The "she" in verse 13 is referring to the church in Babylon. In the international setting, the American church is usually proudly there to teach instead of to learn and they want to call the shots. Who keeps the international church accountable with the funds? God. Who keeps us accountable? God. We are equal and elect together in God's eyes. We want to sharpen and build one another up. The international pastors always expect church greetings and send their greetings. Our isolated experiences are not all that God is working in the world. Being isolated in ministry is discouraging without spiritual family. The churches are not in conflict, but rather the nations are at war. The American personal space isolates you and makes you able to conceal what yis going on with you. Physical intimacy is an aid to spiritual relationships. Satan wants to physically isolate you! Peter declares peace to you all. We should have settled relationships where we are able to address problems resulting in peace.