We are encouraged to lay aside malice. Peter exhorts us to arm ourselves with the mind of Christ. In this chapter he encourages us to be self-controlled and alert. We must stand firm in faith as we resist the attacks of the devil. In difficult times we must make a special attempt to have clear minds.
Anger is a wind which blows out the lamp of the mind.
When we are attacked by the devil it may leave us thinking we are all alone and angry. However, Peter reminds us every Christian is facing the same problems. No one is exempt. Jesus faced the attacks of the devil in the wilderness. Focusing on God s grace is essential.