Notice how the Holy Spirit directs Peter’s writing about the chain of command. He begins with obedience to political rulers such as kings and governors, moves to slaves and masters
(or bosses and employes), from there to husbands and wives (1 Peter 3:1-7) and sums the topic up with, “Do not repay evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary, bless, for to this you were called, that you may obtain a blessing” (1 Peter 3:9).
The fact is we are all under someone’s authority, and many persons in authority are self serving. But we do not allow their injustice to control our character. We remain sympathetic to hurting people, have a humble spirit, are not arrogant, revengeful or proud. We remember whom we serve (God) and therefore are able to keep our dignity without harmful pride.
We are heavenly agents on a mission, and an unjust person in the position of authority will not detract us from our purpose.
